The experience of menopause famously includes hot flashes and night sweats, but some women also notice symptoms of hypothyroidism. The connection between an underactive thyroid and menopause is often ...

Using birth control may increase the risk of developing hypothyroidism. However, some evidence contradicts these findings. The effect may relate to the type of hormone the birth control contains — ...

A decade-long Canadian study reveals that the timing of natural menopause does not affect the risk of hypothyroidism, but women with higher BMI face greater odds. Study: Associations between age at ...

This article was reviewed by Lynn Marie Morski, MD, JD. Key Takeaways: Some symptoms of menopause and hypothyroidism overlap, like fatigue, mood changes, and weight gain. Hormonal fluctuations during ...