Hypothyroidism - A common Phenomenon
Thyroid disorders are the most common worldwide. It has been reported that in India alone about 42 million people suffer from thyroid disorders. Though exact data is not available for the North Eastern part of the country but it is a very common problem amongst general population.   The thyroid hormones are essential for growth and development, nervous system myelination, metabolism and organ functions. It influences the functioning of nearly all organ systems and that are of critical importance in normal physical and mental development and functions right from conception to old age. Thyroid hormone deficit or excess during development can have permanent, pervasive, and profound effects on adult neurological function. This paper will focus mainly on Hypothyroidism which is frequently found amongst the general population of North Eastern region.