6. Cramps
Alterations caused by a decreased rate in metabolism don’t only affect our organs. All tissues will face the consequences of a lower than normal blood level of thyroid hormones. Even if parts of our bodies like muscles or bones don’t seem like dynamic structures just as organs are, the matter of the fact is that they are made of living tissue in which cells function, reproduce, die and engage in metabolic activity constantly.
Our muscles in particular can manifest the consequences of low thyroid hormone levels.
People with hypothyroidism sometimes feel pain on their muscles, like cramps or aches. Other common muscular symptoms include the difficulty to move and relax (stiffness) and a sensation of tenderness. These can be combined with abnormal levels of fatigue and tiredness that are a result of less energy liberation inside the cells of our muscles. If you have unexplained cramps or muscular aches you should consult a doctor.