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I have low TSH levels. Will taking Propylthiouracil help?
Query: Hello doctor,Seven years back, I had done my thyroid profile. My TSH (thyroid-stimulating hormone) levels were low at 0.005 mU/L, free T3 (tri-iodothyronine) 4.45 pg/mL, and free T4 (thyroxine) 1.83 ng/dL. I have no symptoms of any hyperthyroidism, and I feel fine. I did my thyroid scan with a 99m T... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read the query, and I can understand your concern. You have sub-clinical hyperthyroidism since neither your T3 nor T4 levels are increased. You said you do not having any hyperthyroidism symptoms, like a rapid heartbeat, weight loss, irregular periods, etc. ... Read Full »
I am suspecting of having Hashimoto's disease. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 26 year old female. Seven years ago, I was diagnosed with hyperthyroidism. I took medicines and my thyroid hormones got normal. After that, I stopped taking medicines. Everything was fine for two to three years. But after some time, I came across symptoms like weight loss, anxie... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I just read your query and from what you have mentioned, it appears that you have Hashimoto’s thyroiditis. I would suggest that you have a wait and watch approach. I would recommend that you just keep checking your thyroid function test results every six weeks as o... Read Full »
I am not able to lose weight despite taking medicine for hyperthyroidism and staying active. Why so?
Query: Hello doctor, I was diagnosed with hyperthyroidism two years ago. I got radiation to kill my thyroid and now I cannot lose weight. I am active and I eat relatively healthy. I can't lose weight at all, no matter what I do. I am so discouraged. I am also taking 150 mcg of Levothyroxine. What to do? ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query. Since you have a slow basic metabolic rate due to current hypothyroidism, it takes double the effort of a normal person. Do not lose hope as you are doing just fine but you must remember you cannot lose weight over a short time. Keep a ... Read Full »
When can I discontinue taking medication for hyperthyroidism?
Query: Hello doctor,Three months back, I was diagnosed with hyperthyroidism, and my doctor prescribed Thyrozol 10mg daily. Since then, I have made some changes to my diet and lifestyle, and I have noticed improvements. I have attached the results of my blood tests from this month. I am interested in stoppi... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliiq.com. I have reviewed your query along with the attached reports (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity), and I have some questions to better understand your situation: When were you initially diagnosed with hyperthyroidism, and do you have the results f... Read Full »
I have hyperthyroidism and chronic extra iodine and suffer from a severe headache. Kindly help.
Query: Hello doctor, I have chronic extra iodine due to my incompetence and incorrect labeling. I have hyperthyroidism and am suffering from a severe headache. I have stopped taking supplements. However, due to allergies, my diet is deficient in iodine. Is this risky, and how long will it take for the exc... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. You may have previously had iodine-induced hyperthyroidism, but this is generally temporary and resolves when the extra iodine is avoided. Your thyroid stimulating hormone level is normal, and your FT4 (free thyroid) ... Read Full »
Query: Hello doctor, I was diagnosed with Graves disease 18 months ago. My most two recent tests are as follows: After I was on Methimazole 5 mg for five months. Total T3 - 281 ng/dL. Free thyroxine - 2.63 ng/dL. TSH was <0.01 uIU/mL (undetectable). After I was on Methimazole 20 mg for three... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I just read your query and the detailed information that you have provided and it appears that you have Grave's disease and it is not responding to anti-thyroid medication. I suggest you must ask your doctor to start treatment with radioactive iodine. It will cure y... Read Full »
Does radioactive iodine for hyperthyroidism cause cancer?
Query: Hello doctor, My father had hyperthyroidism six years ago and he underwent radioiodine ablation and now taking thyroxine 100 mg tablet. Now, I want to know whether this treatment causes cancer? Whether it completely destroys the gland or little bit of hormone is secreted or not? Is there any possibl... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I just read your query about your father. Let me answer each one of your questions one by one. 1)No, this treatment does not cause cancer. 2) Yes, it completely destructs the gland and that is the main objective here. There is hardly any hormone secreted. 3) No, th... Read Full »
Query: Hello doctor,I have been taking Methimazole (Tapazole) 45 grams (15g each three times a day) for almost a month now for hyperthyroidism. I have noticed an extreme increase in appetite and have gained weight already. This is the only medicine I am currently taking. My question is: Is it safe to take ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query and understand your concern. From what you have mentioned I suggest that you repeat your thyroid function test since hyperthyroidism does not cause weight gain. There is no interaction between the two Methimazole (Lactose monohydrate and Magnesiu... Read Full »
My hyperthyroid status shifted to hypothyroid. What to do?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 35 year old male. I had a hyperthyroid since the last five years and was taking Carbimazole 5 mg thrice a day for the last two and a half years. Then, last month, I got my complete physical test done, and I got to know that my hyperthyroid had shifted to hypothyroid. So, the doc... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I just read your query about your thyroid dysfunction and saw your reports in detail (attachment removed to protect patient identity). It appears that you were diagnosed with hyperthyroidism initially and were treated accordingly. The problem occurred when you had a ... Read Full »
I am 6 weeks pregnant and have thyroid issues. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor,I am six weeks pregnant, and I have a history of thyroid problems, for which I had homeopathy treatment for six months but stopped in the last two months. Please advise. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. From the reports (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity) attached, you have hyperthyroidism. It would be best if you had treatment, but you must be on frequent thyroid function testing every four wee... Read Full »