The mortality rate of hyperthyroidism may exceed 90% if left untreated! Nutritionists urge patients to abide by the "5 major dietary principles"
Can hyperthyroidism be fatal if left untreated? 2 out of 7 symptoms should prompt medical attention
“Hyperthyroidism” is one of the endocrine disorders caused by excess thyroid hormone in the body. Common symptoms of hyperthyroidism may include faster heartbeat, faster body metabolism, greater intolerance to heat, etc., which can easily be confused with general physiological conditions, causing patients to ignore risks. Dietitian Gao Minmin pointed out in a social post that if hyperthyroidism is not properly treated, it may further trigger “thyroid storm”, with a mortality rate as high as 90%.
Dietitian Gao Minmin said that thyroid storm is an acute complication of hyperthyroidism. It sometimes affects the body’s cardiovascular system, nervous system, hepatobiliary and gastrointestinal systems, etc., resulting in arrhythmia, heart failure, delirium, coma, diarrhea, and nausea. , vomiting, jaundice and other uncomfortable symptoms. If symptoms are severe, heart, respiratory, and organ failure may occur, increasing the risk of death.
What are the common symptoms of hyperthyroidism? Nutritionist Gao Minmin appeals to the public that if 2-3 of the following 7 symptoms occur and the occurrence lasts for more than 1 month, they should seek medical treatment immediately and seek assistance from a metabolic doctor:
Easily feel nervous and anxious, have difficulty falling asleep at night and suffer from high mood swings.
The neck is swollen, and there is pressure and foreign body sensation in the throat.
Chest tightness, palpitations, rising blood pressure without warning, or rapid heartbeat despite no strenuous exercise.
Protruding eyeballs, foreign body sensation, severe photophobia, and blurred vision.
Appetite increases inexplicably, but weight decreases (5%-10% weight loss within half a year).
Shaking hands, sweating, fear of heat, dry mouth and tongue.
Girls have less menstrual blood and irregular menstrual periods.
Avoid coffee, sweets, and alcohol! Nutritionists urge patients with hyperthyroidism to abide by “five principles”
As for people with hyperthyroidism, how should they pay attention to their diet? Gao Min Min Nutritionist recommends that patients should abide by the following principles:
Avoid foods high in iodine. Such as seaweed (kelp, seaweed, seaweed, etc.), seafood (sea fish, shellfish, shrimp, crab, etc.).
Limit the intake of refined sweets. Eat less sweets such as cakes, breads, and drinks to prevent sudden and rapid rise in blood sugar, which may cause physical burden.
Avoid high concentrations of caffeine. Such as strong tea and coffee to avoid worsening of hand tremors and palpitations.
Smoking and drinking are prohibited. Cigarettes contain a lot of nicotine, which stimulates thyroid hormone secretion. And alcohol can add to the burden.
Supplement more nutrients. Since hyperthyroidism will speed up the body’s metabolism and consume a large amount of body nutrients, it is easy for people to consume too much sugar, protein, fat, vitamin C, vitamin B complex and minerals in the body. Therefore, the following nutrients and foods are needed : Zinc-containing foods such as almonds, natto, and brown rice; vitamins B1, B2, and B6 such as malt, peas, pork, bananas, peanuts, apples, and cabbage; vitamin A such as pumpkin, spinach, pineapple, chrysanthemum, and carrots.
Finally, nutritionist Gao Minmin suggested that patients with hyperthyroidism do not need to be overly nervous during the illness. As long as they control the condition well and regulate their bodies, they can maintain health like ordinary people. In addition to paying attention to diet, patients should also remember to return for regular follow-up visits and follow the doctor’s instructions to take medication on time in order to improve their condition.
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