Which symptom is commonly associated with hypothyroidism?

Which symptom is commonly associated with hypothyroidism?

• A. Weight Gain
• B. Weight Loss
• C. Tremor
• D. Heat Intolerance

Answer: (A)

Metabolic slowdown from hypothyroidism lowers energy expenditure, so the body burns fewer calories and tends to store more as fat. Appetite may not increase enough to offset this, leading to weight gain, which is a common symptom. Tremor and heat intolerance come from excess thyroid hormone found in hyperthyroidism, not hypothyroidism, and weight loss is more typical of hyperthyroidism. Cold intolerance is the more characteristic intolerance in hypothyroidism.

Metabolic slowdown from hypothyroidism lowers energy expenditure, so the body burns fewer calories and tends to store more as fat. Appetite may not increase enough to offset this, leading to weight gain, which is a common symptom. Tremor and heat intolerance come from excess thyroid hormone found in hyperthyroidism, not hypothyroidism, and weight loss is more typical of hyperthyroidism. Cold intolerance is the more characteristic intolerance in hypothyroidism.