- It is estimated that at least 750 million people on the planet suffer from this pathology.
- Between 70 and 80% of all cases occur in women
- Every May 25 marks World Thyroid Day.
There are diseases that affect a small portion of the population but there are also others that maintain a high incidence. Within this second group are the thyroid problems that affect 750 million people worldwide, within which there are several celebrities and celebrities diagnosed. With this you can see that it is too common although that does not mean that it is not dangerous.
Incidence in Mexico
Within the national panorama, it is estimated that Three out of every thousand women over the age of 50 suffer from a disorder derived from the thyroid. But what causes greater concern is that about 60% are unaware of having this condition.
With the above in mind, technology plays a fundamental role in health because it significantly helps in the timely diagnosis of this type of disease, which allows for a better quality of life.
What is the thyroid?
It is known as the butterfly-shaped gland and is located at the base of the neck. Its function is vital because it is responsible for producing the hormones that control metabolism, that is, the way the body uses energy.
The hormones secreted by the thyroid They regulate a number of bodily functions. Within the list, heart rate, breathing, fertility, body temperature, the functioning of the nervous system and other interactions of the body that intervene in development such as growth, weight or memory stand out.
The inadequate thyroid function It can generate any of the following pathologies:
- Hypothyroidism: is one of the most common thyroid problems, caused by the production of a lower amount of thyroid hormones.
- Hyperthyroidism: the body produces an excess of circulating free thyroid hormones, which can affect all tissues of the body.
- Single solid or cystic nodule: occurs when a part of the gland grows abnormally. Most thyroid nodules are benign.
- Multinodular goiter – characterized by the growth of the thyroid gland, in the form of multiple nodules.
- Thyroiditis: Inflammation of the thyroid gland.
- Thyroid cancer: Presence of different types of carcinomas or malignant tumors.
It is considered that between 70 and 80 percent of thyroid cases are in women. Therefore, the recognition of a thyroid nodule is very important when done early. Therefore, it is recommended that between 50 and 60 years of age a thyroid profile be performed to monitor its proper functioning.
The consequences of not treating thyroid disorders can be serious, especially in newborns, older adults, and pregnant women. But if detected and treated early, people remain asymptomatic, healthy, and can lead normal lives.
For its part, the World Health Organization (WHO) designated May 25 as the World Thyroid Day. The objective is to reflect on the importance of attending to any possible symptom in order to receive the necessary attention as soon as possible.
Now, in Saludiario we elaborate a graph with 10 celebrities who have been diagnosed with thyroid problems.