What are the signs and symptoms of Hashimoto's disease?

Question

Hello doctor,

I am a 22-year-old, and I have been struggling with many things since I was a kid. I always feel tired. I have been depressed since I was 13 years old. Even today, I am struggling with sleep. Learning new things for me is hard. I keep forgetting over and over. When it is hot, sometimes I feel cold. On my palms sometimes red dots appear, which is strange for me. It makes my life hard to work, as if I cannot normally learn and remember things. My brain does not have a sense of functioning properly. Also, my heart rate is sometimes high, but there are days when it is normal. I sometimes have dry skin and sometimes too oily. I feel heavy in my body and exhausted even if I sleep. Could this be Hashimoto disease?

Thanks.

Answer 1

Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I understand your concern.

You may have major depressive disorder but not any thyroid disorder. There is non-pharmacological management for your depression. It would help if you try to follow the below guidelines to deal with it. It will help you.

You should do exercises daily for 30 to 45 minutes, like at least going for a walk. It will uplift your mood.
You should do meditation for 20 minutes daily. Just sit in one place in a comfortable position and try to concentrate on your normal breathing. Do not stop or force yourself to stop your thoughts. It will relax and improve your memory.
You should eat healthy home-cooked food and avoid junk food.
You must drink enough water.
You should spend quality time with friends and family daily or do video calls if you are living away from your family.
It will help if you spend time on creative hobbies like reading good books, writing journals, painting, drawing, and learning new skills.
You should get enough sleep for seven to eight hours daily.
It would help if you avoid tobacco, alcohol, or any substance abuse.
You must consult your nearest dermatologist for skin issues. If you still have symptoms that persist after following the advice for four to six weeks, then you need to start medication for it.

I hope this information will help you.

Thank you.