Hypothyroidism is a condition where the thyroid glands are underactive and produce less thyroid hormone. The signs and symptoms include weight gain, cold intolerance, tiredness, constipation, and hair loss. It requires thyroid hormone replacement therapy for life.
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Query: Hello doctor,I was diagnosed with vitamin D and vitamin B12 deficiencies a year ago and have been taking supplements for these deficiencies. Recently, I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism, with a level of 10.6 mIU/mL. Some of my other symptoms have improved over time. However, I am experiencing balan... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understood your concern. Before providing any further advice, I need to have a complete understanding of your symptoms and medical history. Please provide information regarding some details about your condition as asked below: When did you fir... Read Full »
I am seeking information on thyroid disorders. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 28-year-old female. I am seeking information to know more about the thyroid gland and its functions. Can you provide an overview of the role of the thyroid gland in the body and its impact on metabolism and overall health? What are the common types of thyroid disorders? What fa... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read the query, and I can understand your concern. The thyroid hormone is the primary hormone to maintain metabolism. Low-level thyroid hormone causes sluggish metabolism. High thyroid levels can cause increased metabolism, weight loss, high pulse, high blood... Read Full »
I feel very tired, weak, and have indigestion. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor,I am 29 years old and 60 kg, 5.6 feet tall and working man. According to the first time test report, my TSH is 89.47 and HB is 11.1. Currently, I am feeling too much tiredness, weakness, and indigestion. I feel this from last five months but I only cured indigestion. Currently, my docto... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your query. As your TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) level is high, your symptoms could be due to this. Hypothyroidism can cause a lot of symptoms like weakness, easy fatigability, weight gain, loss of concentration, etc. I advise you to continue yo... Read Full »
My toenail is attached to the skin underneath. Why?
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 54 year old male. My height is 5"41" and weight is 136.68 Ibs. Currently, I take Stamlo 5 twice a day and Eltroxin 50 mcg once daily. I have dry feet. I keep using foot care cream to make my feet look normal. My toenails seem to stick with the skin as they grow. I have attached the... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Hypothyroidism is a well known cause for dry skin. Your nails in the photos (attachment removed to protect patient identity) look yellow, thickened, and detached from the nail bed. Are you itching over the feet? It may be onychomycosis, a fungal infection of the nail. I... Read Full »
I discontinued taking Thyrox for hypothyroid. Can I start again?
Query: Hello doctor, I was diagnosed with hypothyroid 1.5 years back. My doctor suggested me to take Thyrox 25 daily. I was using it and feel fine. Around a month back I had pain in my lower abdomen. When I consult a different doctor, it was diagnosed as kidney stone. I told him my thyroid history. He exam... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I need more information before I recommend what to do. 1. Do you have the reports of your thyroid result that were taken 1.5 years ago? 2. Do you have any symptoms such as weight gain, constipation or fatigue? 3. Does any kind of thyroid problem run in your family? 4... Read Full »
What causes irregular periods?
Query: Hello doctor, I have been having issues with on and off periods for nearly four years now. When my periods started, they were normal, neither heavy nor light, and nothing unusual. But, I started missing my cycle for about six months, and then I would come back completely normal. My last episode of m... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The menstrual pattern you quote sounds like PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome). It is a hormonal imbalance characterized by menstrual abnormalities. I suggest doing the following tests on day two of periods to diagnose and classify the type of PCOS. The timing is cru... Read Full »
I am experiencing issues after taking Thyroxin. Why?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 46-year-old female, and I am pre-menopausal. My present weight is 120 lbs, and my height is 5.1 feet. Eight years ago, I have been diagnosed with under-functioning of my thyroid and since then I have been taking the medication, Thyroup. I started this medication at 25 mcg. But, ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I just read your query. From what you have mentioned, it appears that you have hypothyroidism. From seeing your recent TSH (thyroid-stimulating hormone) values in your recent reports (attachments removed to protect patient identity), I suggest that you must increa... Read Full »
I am suffering from constipation. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, I have chronic constipation, gas problem, pain in lower abdomen and stress for the last two years. I am 30 years old. I have tried many ayurvedic and homoeopathy medicines but got only permanent relief. I also have piles. I had a sonography last year, and the results were normal. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. We are here to help you. You probably are suffering from chronic constipation associated with acid reflux disease and that requires evaluation for the cause. If no cause is found, we would say that you have idiopathic constipation. I would advise you the following.... Read Full »
How to lose weight with PCOD and hypothyroidism?
Query: Hello doctor, I am 21 years old, and I am 160 cm in height. I have PCOD and hypothyroid condition, which was diagnosed last year. I was 85 kg last year, and then due to some lifestyle modification and regular walk and exercise, I lost approximately 15 kg in six months. Now I am 71.8 kg. I have trie... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand that you are in a difficult position. You say you are hypothyroid. Do you take any medicines for the same? Hypothyroidism can be one of the major factors which are causing you the inability to lose weight. It is a very easily treatable condition a... Read Full »
I feel extreme cold all the time except while sleeping. Kindly help.
Query: Hello doctor, I am feeling extremely cold all the time, except for when I am sleeping. It feels like the thermometer in my body is broken, and it cannot regulate my body temperature. I cannot think of any triggering factors. I have been to my primary doctor, endocrinologist, and rheumatologist and ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. According to your statement, you have been suffering from extreme cold feel all the time except during sleeping. Feeling cold may have resulted from fever, long time exposure to a cold environment. Without fever and cold climate, it ma... Read Full »
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