Hypothyroidism
An underactive thyroid might not seem like such a bad thing, as there are treatments to help with hypothyroidism, but it can cause all manner of trouble for people. Women who have hypothyroidism are at a much higher risk of melasma, alongside many other symptoms that can be distressing but still manageable. These symptoms include weight gain, constipation, tiredness, muscle aches, cramps, sensitivity to cold, and other symptoms that go after the hormones. In addition, with hypothyroidism, the hormones can get to the point where the menstrual cycle is all over the place, causing all sorts of issues.
Melasma is a strong possibility for those with an underactive thyroid due to the issues with hormones, and it’s not easy to fight off the randomness that comes with hypothyroidism. Women with the condition will also very likely get melasma when they get pregnant or if they use contraceptives that affect the hormones. Overall, it’s not an easy situation to manage, though the melasma will honestly be the least of one’s worries with hypothyroidism. One of the potential symptoms is depression, which can get even worse with melasma due to the warped self-image.
