Hypothyroidism.

The article offers information on the diagnosis and treatment for hypothyroidism, an underproduction of thyroid hormones. Risk factors for hypothyroidism include family history, postpartum thyroidectomy, and postpartum thyroiditis. Diagnoses which prompt testing for hypothyroidism include alopecia, constipation, and dementia. Also discussed are factors that may affect thyroid function test results, the standard evidence-based treatment for hypothyroidism, and complication of treatment.