Thyroid disease - Woman’s Day April 2017

In this article A/Prof Katherine Tonks explains how your thyroid could be making you feel tired. Thyroid disease is completely treatable, and can be diagnosed with a simple blood test.

It's the tiny gland that's crucial to your health and wellbeing, but two thirds of Aussie women may have a dysfunctional thyroid.

"All the symptoms are nonspecific and can overlap with other common conditions, including stress, which is the main issue when trying to diagnose a thyroid problem," explains Sydney endocrinologist, A/Prof Katherine Tonks.

So how can you tell if you're suffering from burnout or something more serious? Read on to uncover the key symptoms of common thyroid disorders and the treatments that will help get your body back on track.