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Of course many people with hyperthyroid conditions also have weak adrenal glands too. Another potential reason why hypoglycemia is more common in people with hypothyroidism and Hashimotoâs Thyroiditis is because thyroid hormone impacts the liver, and a compromised liver can lead to the development of hypoglycemia.
Weight Gain. Weight gain is one of the primary side effects associated with hypothyroidism. Low levels of thyroid hormones within the body slow the metabolism of ingested food sources. This causes a decrease in the rate at which your body burns calories, which causes weight gain. This condition can also cause fluid retention, which can lead to swelling of facial tissue or body muscles.