A patient presents with the following symptoms: Constipation, increased sensitivity to cold temperature, fatigue/run down/weakness, heavier and irregular menstrual periods, joint or muscle pain, paleness or dry skin, sadness or depression, thin, brittle hair or fingernails, weight gain, and a pronounced goiter. What is the probable diagnoisis?

A patient presents with the following symptoms: Constipation, increased sensitivity to cold temperature, fatigue/run down/weakness, heavier and irregular menstrual periods, joint or muscle pain, paleness or dry skin, sadness or depression, thin, brittle hair or fingernails, weight gain, and a pronounced goiter. What is the probable diagnoisis?

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