Your thyroid gland is located at the base of your neck, just below the Adam's apple.
What are early warning signs of thyroid problems?
Early signs of thyroid problems include:
- Gastrointestinal problems. ...
- Mood changes. ...
- Weight changes. ...
- Skin problems. ...
- Sensitivity to temperature changes. ...
- Vision changes (occurs more often with hyperthyroidism) ...
- Hair thinning or hair loss (hyperthyroidism)
- Memory problems (both hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism)
Where is a woman's thyroid located?
Your thyroid is a small butterfly-shaped gland found at the base of your neck, just below your Adam's apple. This gland makes thyroid hormone that travels in your blood to all parts of your body.
