Could You Have Hypothyroidism?

If you’re wondering about your cold feet, may we recommend you keep reading this post? There are many causes for cold feet, but this month, we’ll bring one cause to your attention. Have you heard much about hypothyroidism? January is Thyroid Awareness Month, and we hope to shine more light on this gland. We could all talk about it more. The thyroid produces an important hormone that plays a major part in regulating our metabolism. If we produce too much of the gland, we have a condition known as hyperthyroidism. If we are not producing enough, we have a condition known as hypothyroidism.

The doctors at The Center for Podiatric Care and Sports Medicine are all about your foot and ankle health. Hypothyroidism can not only cause cold feet but also additional weight gain. Adding weight to our joints can then lead to swelling and even discomfort. Have you noticed any of these symptoms during your daily foot inspections?

Cold feet

Cold feet may be a sign of poor circulation. It means blood is not flowing properly to your ankles and feet. There are other reasons, too, and the guessing game can feel overwhelming at times. One of the benefits of raising awareness about the thyroid is to help people add this gland to their next conversation with a doctor. When was the last time you thought about your thyroid health?

Weight gain

We understand weight gain happens, but what if you can’t explain the change? Again, therefore January is the time we talk more about this important hormone-producing gland. With weight gain can come swelling, joint pain and discomfort. Have you noticed new joint pain or swelling? Schedule an appointment to talk with your podiatrist. Your swelling could be from a sprained ankle, a medication reaction, or perhaps hypothyroidism. While there is not one cause for unexpected weight gain or swelling, we hope you will consider adding this condition to possible causes.

There are as many as 60% of people living in our country who are walking around with an undiagnosed thyroid disorder. We’re here to help you gain a better understanding of what could be causing changes to your feet.

At The Center for Podiatric Care and Sports Medicine, Dr. Jonathan Levy, Dr. Nadia Levy, Dr. Diane Castro, Dr. Josef Geldwert, Dr. Katherine Lai, and Dr. Vera Malezhik treat various conditions such as sports injuries, ankle pain, diabetic wounds, heel pain, ingrown toenails, plantar warts, and neuromas. Equipped with state-of-the-art technology, we offer cutting-edge care for patients in Midtown East and Manhattan. Contact our office at (212) 980-6487. Our office is at 120 E 56th Street, Suite 1150, New York, NY 10022. We continue to offer telemedicine appointments.