THYROID or (PERI) MENOPAUSE? KEY RISKS/SYMPTOMS CHECKLIST
_____ Age 40 or older
_____ Family or personal history of thyroid disease or any autoimmune disease
_____ Current or former cigarette smoker
_____ Overconsumption of soy foods and soy supplements
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS
_____ Menstrual irregularities -- irregular cycles, spotting, longer/shorter periods, heavier/lighter periods, clots, phantom periods
_____ Sleep problems -- difficulty falling asleep, frequent waking, insomnia, wake up feeling tired and unrefreshed, sleep apnea
_____ Weight gain, unable to lose weight with diet/exercise, increased appetite for carbohydrates
_____ Depression, moodiness, irritability
_____ Difficulty concentrating, forgetfulness, memory problems, brain or mind is "in a fog"
_____ Increased anxiety, panic attacks
_____ Loss of sex drive
_____ Hair loss
_____ Fatigue, lack of energy
_____ Pain, aches, and stiffness in joints and muscles
_____ Hot flashes, night sweats