Symptoms such as fatigue, depression, forgetfulness, insomnia, and changes in appetite and weight may not be a normal part of aging.

Current controversies in endocrinology: screening of asymptomatic elderly for subclinical hypothyroidism.

The first prospective study to suggest that subclinical hyperthyroidism in the elderly increases the risk of dementia and Alzheimer's disease.

Females over 50 years of age should be screened once every 5 years for thyroid disorders.

Dutch researchers report that the very old do not experience adverse effects and may even live longer than those with normally functioning glands.

Despite the outcomes of randomized controlled trials, general clinical opinion favors screening and treatment of elderly individuals with subclinical thyroid disorders.

Answers to seven common questions and understanding current treatment recommendations for both overt and subclinical thyroid dysfunction.

Spontaneous Subclinical Hypothyroidism in Patients Older than 55 Years: An Analysis of Natural Course and Risk Factors for the Development of Overt Thyroid Failure.

The symptoms of a thyroid disorder in an elderly person are often different from those in a younger person.

Brochure for the elderly that describes the treatment and what to expect.