
Fatigue- lack of energy and feeling of fatigue and tiredness is common and most introductory symptoms of hypothyroidism. People often ignore such symptoms and consider it as a symptom of increasing age but long term fatigue should be taken seriously as it is a positive sign of hypothyroidism.
Depression- hypothyroidism often causes mood swings and depression as a result of decrease in the level of thyroid hormone. It is also one of the prominent hypothyroid symptoms in men.
Unusual weight gain- weight gain and thyroid is directly related and almost all patients suffering from hypothyroidism suffer from increased weight gain symptoms. However, weight gain in men takes place in advanced stages as compared to women.
Muscles cramps and pain- Men are almost habituated of performing hard work that causes lot of muscles pain and cramping. This is a major reason for the delay in the diagnosis of the hypothyroidism in males. However, if you are experiencing such under active thyroid symptoms, go for the diagnosis at once.
Low sexual drive- males with hypothyroid often experience lack of stamina for sex with decreased libido, erection problem and poor sex drive. However, one should not be embarrassed to admit this problem to a doctor as ignoring the problem is not a solution.
The above symptoms are prominent hypothyroid symptoms in men that require immediate medical assistance with proper medication and thyroid supplements to prevent any further complications.