Hypothyroidism vs. Spiritual Weakness: How to Identify the Root Cause
You feel the chill in your bones, even when the heating is on full blast in your London flat. You wake up exhausted after 10 hours of sleep. You are gaining weight, your hair is thinning, and your brain feels like it is stuck in a thick fog.
You finally get an appointment with your GP. They run a blood test for TSH levels. The results come back, and they tell you: "It’s borderline," or "You have an underactive thyroid (Hypothyroidism)." They prescribe Levothyroxine and send you on your way.
But months later, despite the medication, you still feel the same. Or perhaps, the tests came back "normal," leaving you with no answers at all.
Living in the UK and Europe, it is easy to blame the lack of sunlight, Vitamin D deficiency, or the stress of city life. But as Muslims, we must ask: Is this a physical gland malfunction, or is it a spiritual weakness caused by Hasad (Envy) or Sihr affecting the body?
At Sunnah Diagnostic, we believe in treating the whole human—body and soul. Here is how to distinguish between a medical thyroid issue and a spiritual affliction, and how to use Prophetic medicine to heal.
The Medical Reality: What is Hypothyroidism?
Hypothyroidism occurs when your thyroid gland (located in the neck) doesn't produce enough hormones. This slows down your metabolism. Common Symptoms:
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Extreme fatigue.
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Sensitivity to cold.
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Weight gain.
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Depression and "brain fog."
In the UK, this is common. However, these symptoms are identical to the symptoms of Sihr Al-Khumul (Magic of Lethargy) and the Evil Eye.
The Spiritual Link: The Throat as a Target
The thyroid sits in the throat area. In the world of Ruqyah, the throat is a common place for "spiritual knots" to settle. Why? Because Hasad (Envy) often attacks a person's "voice," their beauty, and their energy—all things regulated by the thyroid. When the Evil Eye hits, it acts like a clamp on the gland, shutting down your energy production.
The Diagnostic Test: 3 Ways to Tell the Difference
How do you know if you need a higher dose of medication or a Ruqyah plan? Look for these three differentiators:
1. The "Ruqyah Reaction" Test
This is the gold standard.
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Physical Issue: If you listen to the Quran, you might feel peaceful or bored, but your physical symptoms (cold/fatigue) remain unchanged.
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Spiritual Issue: When you listen to Surah Al-Fatiha or verses of Ruqyah, your symptoms react.
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You feel a sudden choking sensation or "lump" in the throat.
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You start coughing or yawning uncontrollably.
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Your neck feels hot, even if your hands are freezing.
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You feel an irrational urge to cry or turn the audio off.
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2. The Volatility of Symptoms
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Physical Issue: Hypothyroidism is consistent. You feel tired every day.
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Spiritual Issue: Your energy fluctuates wildly. You might feel dead tired at Fajr or Maghrib (times of spiritual shift), but suddenly energized at midnight. Or, you feel exhausted at home but fine when you travel.
3. The "Medication Block"
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Physical Issue: When you take medication (like Thyroxine), your blood levels improve, and you feel slightly better.
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Spiritual Issue: You take the medication, but it has zero effect. Or, your TSH levels swing wildly from "High" to "Low" in a way that baffles your doctor. This suggests a spiritual disturbance interfering with the body's biology.
The Sunnah Cure: Resetting the Gland
If you suspect a spiritual link, or if you just want to support your thyroid naturally, the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) prescribed a specific remedy for this exact area.
1. The Miracle of Indian Costus (Qist al-Hindi)
There is no herb more potent for the endocrine system than Qist.
The Prophet (saw) said: "Use this 'Ud al-Hindi (Indian Costus)... it is sniffed by the one having throat trouble..." (Sahih Al-Bukhari).
Why it works:
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Medical: It balances hormones and boosts immunity.
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Spiritual: The Jinn cannot tolerate its scent. Sniffing it attacks the "knot" in the throat directly.
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Action: Mix a small amount of Qist al-Hindi powder with water or olive oil and instill it in the nose (Su'oot) or drink as a tea.
2. Hijama (Cupping) on the Kahil
Stagnant blood often gathers at the base of the neck, contributing to lethargy.
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Action: Perform Hijama on the Al-Kahil (upper back) and the Al-Akhda'ain (neck veins). This detoxes the area and improves circulation to the thyroid.
3. The "Throat Shield" (Oil & Recitation)
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Action: Every night, apply Black Seed Oil to your neck and throat area. Recite Surah Al-Falaq and An-Naas 3 times, blowing onto your hands and wiping the area. Imagine you are untying the knot blocking your energy.
Reclaim Your Vitality
Whether the cause is a UK winter slump, a medical condition, or the Evil Eye, you deserve to feel alive again. Don't just treat the symptom; treat the root.
At Sunnah Diagnostic, we provide the authentic Qist al-Hindi and Ruqyah Oils you need to restart your system.
