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Arjun Kapoor recently made a shocking revelation. In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter India, the ‘Ishaqzaade’ star revealed that he had been diagnosed with Hashimoto’s autoimmune disease. The actor, who had faced a lot of public ridicule over his weight, said that this condition often made his weight go out of control.
US Election 2024 US Election Result Live Updates Swing state results deciding who'll be new POTUS Trump vs Harris: Who’s winning which state? Full list “I haven’t always opened up about it, but I also have Hashimoto’s disease (an autoimmune disease that damages the thyroid gland), which is an extension of the thyroid. It's almost like I can take a flight and gain weight because the body goes in distress. That happened to be when I was 30, and I defied it.
My mom used to have it and my sister (Anshula Kapoor) also has it. I could see me and my body changing through the course of my films,” he explained. What Is Hashimoto’s? According to a Cleveland Clinic report, Hashimoto's disease is a long-lasting autoimmune disorder that impacts the thyroid gland.
It can lead to reduced levels of thyroid hormone in the body, which influences various bodily functions and may result in symptoms such as tiredness, weight gain, and constipation. Treatment for Hashimoto's disease is available through medication. The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland situated at the front of the neck, just beneath the skin.
It belongs to the endocrine system and produces thyroid hormones. The primary function of the thyroid is to regulate the speed of your metabolism—the process by which your body converts the food you eat into energy. While metabolism is often associated with weight gain or loss, it actually influences every organ in the body, including the heart and brain.
In most cases of Hashimoto’s disease, the thyroid is unable to produce adequate thyroid hormones, which slows down metabolism and leads to various symptoms. What are the symptoms of Hashimoto’s disease? Some individuals with Hashimoto’s disease may not notice any symptoms initially. As the condition gradually advances, the thyroid gland can sometimes become enlarged—a condition known as a goiter.
Goiter is often the earliest sign of Hashimoto’s disease. It usually isn’t painful but can cause a sensation of fullness in the lower neck and may make the front of the neck appear swollen. When Hashimoto’s disease progresses to hypothyroidism , it can eventually cause the following symptoms: Fatigue, low energy, and excessive sleep.
Mild weight gain. Constipation. Dry skin.
Sensitivity to cold temperatures. Slower-than-normal heart rate (bradycardia). Joint stiffness and muscle aches.
Dry, brittle hair, slow hair growth, or hair loss. Low mood or depression. Puffiness in the eyes and face.
Memory issues or difficulty focusing. Heavy or irregular menstrual cycles. Reduced libido (sex drive).
Infertility in both men and women. How Common Is Hashimoto’s In India? As per a 2022 study , the occurrence of hypothyroidism in India stands at 11%, significantly higher than the 2%–4.6% seen in Western populations.
Inland states show a higher rate of hypothyroidism than coastal regions (11.7% versus 9.5%), likely due to iodine deficiency.
Nearly a third of people with hypothyroidism remain undiagnosed and untreated..
