When your thyroid hormones are too high or too low

A thyroid disorder occurs when the production of thyroid hormones in the thyroid gland is disrupted. — 123rf

Unexplained fatigue, weight gain without a clear cause, or a racing heartbeat, may be signs of a thyroid disorder – one of the most common endocrine diseases affecting Malaysians.

The thyroid gland, located at the base of the neck, plays a crucial role in regulating metabolism, growth and electrolyte balance in the blood through the secretion of thyroid hormones.