Could These 10 Symptoms Indicate a Thyroid Issue?

9. Bowel Issues

Severe, long-term digestive problems such as constipation and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) are often linked with an underlying thyroid problem. Thyroid hormones can interfere with your bowel habits and your body's ability to digest general waste. The results in frequent diarrhea and constipation. If you are experiencing bowel problems that do not improve with a change in diet such as increasing fibers and healthy fats or an increase in water intake, the underlying cause may be thyroid irregularities.