Question

What happens when the thyroid-stimulating hormone is high?

Answer 1

Thyroid hormone:

1. Thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) is the hormone that is secreted by the pituitary gland.
2. This hormone helps to produce thyroid hormones.
3. Thyroid hormones are important in the regulation of basal metabolic rate and iodine concentration in the body.
4. A high TSH level is an indication of hypothyroidism.
5. It shows that thyroid hormones are synthesised in less quantity.
6. Symptoms of hypothyroidism are fatigue, weight gain, cold intolerance, infertility, puffy face, constipation, and muscle weakness.