Little-Known Signs Your Thyroid Is Out of Whack

15. Hoarseness or Voice Changes: The Hidden Vocal Clue

If your voice has become hoarse or unusually raspy—especially without a cold or known irritation—it could be your thyroid signaling trouble. An enlarged thyroid (goiter) or underlying inflammation from autoimmune thyroid conditions like Hashimoto’s can press on the vocal cords or surrounding nerves, subtly changing your voice. Some individuals also report frequent throat clearing or a sensation of tightness in the neck. Because voice shifts are easy to dismiss or attribute to strain, they often go overlooked. But if they persist, especially alongside fatigue or neck fullness, it’s worth investigating your thyroid function.

16. Eyebrow Thinning: Especially the Outer Third

While hair loss in general can signal thyroid imbalance, one particularly telling sign is thinning or loss of the outer third of your eyebrows. This seemingly minor change is strongly associated with hypothyroidism and often appears before other symptoms become disruptive. Thyroid hormones support hair follicle health and regulate the hair growth cycle. When levels drop, certain areas—especially eyebrows—are among the first to show visible signs. If your brow tails are fading despite no changes in grooming or stress, your thyroid may be part of the story. Subtle, yes—but incredibly telling.