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I have Hashimoto's. How can I correct my thyroid levels?
Query: Hi doctor, I was diagnosed with Hashimoto's four years ago and maintained on NDT. All the tests are within the normal range although borderline till now. My result shows extremely low TSH 0.036 µIU/mLand FT4 of 0.28 ng/dL and extremely high FT3 of 11 ng/dL. My cortisol and ACTH are also extremely l... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your answer is present in your question itself. Your TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) is extremely low and hence it would mean hyperthyroidism. However, radioactive thyroxine uptake is a test that would be better to be performed to check the performance of the gland. Als... Read Full »
Can you make a diagnosis of Grave's disease from my description?
Query: Hello doctor, Can you make a diagnosis of autoimmune or other thyroid disease based on the information? I was treated. My theory is I have autoimmune thyrotoxicosis or Graves' disease. I was taking Lithium for cluster migraine prevention. When I discontinued Lithium I become very anxious in line wit... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The diagnosis is correct viz hyperthyroid Graves' disease. You certainly need Methimazole for this as well as a thyroid surgery. You should not take Lithium for prolonged use. However, bearing in mind the side effects it has. But I understand you also need it for your gri... Read Full »