As you may have already realized, all kinds of anxiety disorders are rather unnerving in nature. Even though anxiety is a psychological condition, it usually manifests through various symptoms which can be physical or psychological. Oftentimes, anxiety feeds off the reaction to those symptoms… so the patient’s anxious response to the symptoms actually tends to aggravate the condition, which in turn worsens the symptoms.
There are certain scenarios, though, where anxiety may not be the root of all problems but rather a consequence. In such circumstance, other medical conditions may lead to the development of anxiety disorders; a notable example of a physical imbalance that may lead to the manifestation of anxiety symptoms is hyperthyroidism. When someone suffers from an over-active thyroid gland, it’s not uncommon that symptoms of anxiety will arise.
An over productive thyroid commonly induces a chemical unbalance in the body which in turn may originate any kind of anxiety disorder; panic attacks, widespread nervousness and generalized anxiety are just some of the examples of anxious conditions that may be triggered by hyperthyroidism. If you’ve been experiencing symptoms such as thyroid swelling or pain combined with symptoms of anxiety, it’s very much possible your hyperthyroidism is the source of your anxiety, not the other way around.
If you suspect this may be the source of your troubles, you should of course consult with a medical doctor to get the appropriate blood tests and determine if something is wrong with your thyroid function. If that is the case, then it might be possible to control your thyroid with oral medications; in extreme scenarios, a surgery might be required to remove part of your gland. If your anxiety is indeed caused by your hyperthyroidism, treating your over productive gland will likely alleviate all symptoms, including anxiousness.
It’s very common that thyroid diseases either originate or worsen anxiety disorders, and if that’s your case – you should keep in mind that your anxiousness is caused by a sickness, which can be treated. You can reclaim your ease of mind and be free of anxiety just as soon as you treat your hyperthyroidism.
