Hormonal Imbalance
When hormone levels are appropriate, the body can do many things. However, health problems can result from excessive or inadequate amounts of a specific hormone. Occasionally, physical issues like a double chin can also result.
One of the most typical medical reasons for under-the-chin puffiness is hypothyroidism, wherein the thyroid gland produces insufficient thyroid hormone. The entire body, including the neck region, might gain weight due to hypothyroidism.
Early on, hypothyroidism may not show any apparent signs. However, if not detected earlier, the condition may lead to obesity, infertility, joint discomfort, and heart-related problems. Some signs and symptoms include an enlarged face, weight gain, increased sensitivity to cold, weariness, constipation, dry skin, depression, muscle weakness, thinning hair, and impaired memory.
For the accurate diagnosis of hypothyroidism, thyroid function tests are available. Once the doctor has determined the appropriate amount, therapy with synthetic thyroid hormone is generally easy, safe, and effective.
