Hypothyroidism

Since your friends have suggested you have thyroid issues, it may be wise to consult a doctor. Hypothyroidism causes weight gain, hair loss, dry skin, sensitivity to heat/cold and depression.

Just because you have never seen a doctor does not mean it is a good thing! Please visit your local polyclinic and tell the doctor your symptoms and ask for a thyroid function blood test. The result will tell if you need medicines, etc, please ask for a referral to see an endocrinologist, for further testing if required.

 

hi upasana..
even i had thyroid problems but mine was post delivery thyroid. i was seriously suffering with this leg pain, fatigue and what not . every day was a challenge for me.
was also breast feeding, cooking for my husband , looking after child alone and added to this i went and stayed with my inlaws everymonth to look after them.
i took tests and doctors and inlaws forced me to take medicines which i strongly stopped.
i still have pain and fatigue but my thyroid is normal range..also my son is 15 months now so i stopped feeding.
MY SINCERE REQUEST IS PLEASE GO AND MEET AYURVEDA DOCTOR AND IF POSSIBLE DIETICIAN.
this wud definitely help.
now reflux problem again started for me so even i must c dieticain..ha aha..
gud luck.

 

Hi frnds,

Thank u all very much for ur suggestions surely i will go for checkup.

 

hi friends
can anyone help with my problm..im little confused over this..!my general physiscian said tsh is 4.3 and she has put me on medication of 25 mcg of levothyroxine and aftr 3 months my tsh was around and endocrinologist said my thyroid is normal and aksd me to take medication only if i feel symptoms or tryng for pregnancy..it is now 5.8 aftr stopiing medication for 7 months..?i dont understand if im normal or hypothroid..do i have continue medication?

 

Lucky2 - I am not sure where you are located. checkout this website and act appropriately for your case.
Hypothyroidism Tests and Results (Underactive Thyroid Tests)

getting off medication is not a good idea unless you have a very mild case of it. Hope it helps

regards,
sowmya

 

lucky 2 it is good to consult the specialist and get their opinion rather than trying it out on your own. Yes thyroid medicines to be taken only when needed. For some it may be lifetime for some it may be required when there is a variation in TSH levels. My doc advise me to do the test once in every two months.

 

when consulted endocrinologist she said my thyroid is normal and asked me to take medication only if i feel symptoms or trying for next pregnancy..my tsh is now 5.85 and im struck in confusion to take medication or dont take it at all..in the beginning i had problem loosing weight and used to feel cold when my tsh was 4 but now i dont feel any symptoms..
anyways thank you mirmur and sgurram

 

Lucky... I guess 4.3 is normal.. wonder why doc suggested the medicine for that range....any specific reason?...

With 5.85 I think you should continue with your medicine to get your thyroid in control. Even mine is 5.6 and I take 25mcg of levothyroxine daily. But better to consult the doc agian

 

@pretty devil..!
thank you pretty devil
i had tough time loosing weight and used to feel cold ...i used to feel symptons so medication helped me get over it..i dont feel symptoms now and lost my weight too..! but i guess bettr i take medication or else it tends to increase..do we have to take medication for lifetime ?