Dr. Shaikh Sadaf
Endocrinology
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Hi doctor,
My wife is constantly gaining weight due to hypothyroidism. Last week we did her tests, and the doctor recommended increasing the dose from 75 mcg to 100 mcg. Unfortunately, her cholesterol levels are also significantly high. She feels tired and finds it difficult to perform household chores and day-to-day work. Despite her efforts and dieting, she is not able to lose weight. Please suggest a better medication. Her TSH level is 4.42, free T3 is 3.65, and free T4 is 11.
Hello,
Welcome to icliniq.com.
I understand your concern.
Your wife appears to have hypothyroidism. Given her high cholesterol, I would advise her to follow a low-fat diet and walk briskly for 60 minutes daily. This will also assist her in losing weight. It should be noted that she is not overweight. According to her recent test results, take tablet Thyroxine (Thyronorm) 75 mcg. Repeat her thyroid function test after three months, and then we will review it again.
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