<figure id="attachment_419095" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-419095" style="width: 669px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><a href="#" data-ident_hash="1dfbd81d"><img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/fridaydigital/image/private/t_article_image/wpmedia/2025/03/b480caa6859f24cae7820485b8421679-rotated.jpg" alt=""></a><figcaption id="caption-attachment-419095" class="wp-caption-text">He was also the singer of such classic songs as &#8220;Blue Light Yokohama&#8221; that have been passed down from generation to generation.</figcaption></figure>
<h2> Often overlooked as a result of aging</h2>
<p> Many entertainers and fans are saddened by the news of the death of Ayumi Ishida (76 years old).</p>
<p> Hypothyroidism,&#8221; the cause of death announced by her agency, tends to be discovered late because many of the symptoms, such as fatigue, mood swings, and weight gain, are similar to those of menopause and aging. I myself was one of those who suffered from poor health without realizing it.</p>
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<p> Just before turning 50, I began to experience fatigue, heart palpitations, and chills even in summer, so I visited a medical institution. After more than a year of waiting, his condition worsened further, and he began to experience severe fatigue, weight gain, and mood swings.</p>
<p> Suspecting a thyroid problem, he went to see a specialist. After blood tests, he was diagnosed as having &#8220;hypothyroidism. Her health improved by taking medication to supplement thyroid hormones. He was able to regain his energy.</p>
<p> If he had been aware of the problem earlier, he might not have suffered for a long time. However, similar cases are not uncommon. Why is it that many cases are diagnosed with no abnormalities in blood tests? Dr. Yu Masumori of the Department of General Medicine at Hakodate Ryohoku Hospital asked.</p>
<p><span class="strongInContent"> He said, &#8220;Thyroid hormone tests are not included in general health checkups, and although the incidence of hypothyroidism tends to increase among women over 40 years of age, it is often mistaken for menopausal symptoms, so I would like you to consider adding a thyroid hormone test to your regular health checkups.</span></p>
<p> Thyroid disease is not a &#8220;rare&#8221; disease; in fact, its incidence is high. However, in many cases, the initial symptoms are unrecognized or minor, so many people assume that it is due to &#8220;aging&#8221; and do not immediately seek medical attention.</p>
<p> In addition, symptoms such as depressed mood and memory loss may be misdiagnosed as depression, resulting in unnecessary drug treatment.</p>
<p><span class="strongInContent"> A deficiency of thyroid hormones affects not only the body but also the mind. Women, especially those entering menopause, are at increased risk for autoimmune diseases and are more likely to develop chronic thyroiditis, known as Hashimoto&#8217;s disease. If it progresses, this can lead to hypothyroidism.&#8221;</span></p>
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<h2>Increased risk of atherosclerosis, disorientation, hypothermia, and dyspnea</h2>
<p> As mentioned earlier, hypothyroidism causes the patient to become cold and to perspire less. The pulse may slow, the patient may feel constantly sleepy and sluggish, and the body temperature may be low. Weight gain is more likely, and mood swings and loss of energy occur.</p>
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<p><span class="strongInContent"> The skin may dry out more easily, and the voice may become hoarse.&#8221; Increased forgetfulness, slower movements, and constipation are also signs of hypothyroidism. Left untreated, hypothyroidism can lead to problems such as elevated cholesterol levels, atherosclerosis, and increased risk of cardiovascular disease.</span></p>
<p><span class="strongInContent"> Most dangerous is a condition called myxedema (myxoedema). It can cause disorientation, hypothermia, breathing difficulties, and in the worst case, can be fatal.</span></p>
<p> Thyroid hormones play an important role in supporting the basis of life activities, so if you suspect an abnormality, it is important not to leave it untreated but to seek medical attention as soon as possible.</p>
<p><span class="strongInContent"> The basic treatment for hypothyroidism is to supplement the deficient hormones with medication. It is not a difficult treatment, but it is important to continue it.</span><span class="strongInContent"> If you stop taking the medication on your own judgment, the symptoms will reappear, so it is important to continue treatment with regular checkups and under the guidance of a physician.&#8221;</span></p>
<p> I would like you to get your thyroid hormones checked without judging yourself because of aging or because you are in menopause. This is the first step toward protecting a healthy future.</p>
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 Ms. Ayumi Ishida, an actress and singer, passed away. The cause of death was hypothyroidism. The symptoms are similar to those of aging and menopause, and it is often overlooked because it is not found in general health checkups, but it is a troublesome disease that can be fatal if left untreated.

Undetectable by medical checkup! Ayumi Ishida’s Cause of Death “Hypothyroidism” Creeping Disorientation and Fear of Heart Failure

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