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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 »
Please review my wife's thyroid profile.
Query: Hi doctor, My wife had three cesarean deliveries. She is not able to reduce weight despite all her efforts. Her thyroid profile T3 is 3.05 mIU/mL, T4 is 0.83 mIU/mL, and TSH is 5.339 mIU/mL. Please suggest whether any medication is required or not for thyroid. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concerns. The available values show that her thyroid function test is within normal limits but slightly on the lower side. No medication is required in regard to the thyroid, as she does not have any symptoms related to thyroid func... Read Full »
I have low sperm count and premature ejaculation. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, I have premature ejaculation and decreased sperm count. I also want to reduce my weight. Please suggest a good diet plan. Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your first query consult is on us! I can understand your concern about your symptoms. There are many reasons for premature ejaculation (a condition where the male partner reaches orgasm and releases semen early during intercourse). It could be due to the following rea... Read Full »
Are my anger issues due to stopping thyroid medicine?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 30-year-old female. I have a 3-year-old son. While I was pregnant I was given 25 mcg Synthroid tablets, then after delivery, my thyroid medications were stopped abruptly. Now I have anger issues, menstrual issues, and mood swings. I feel tired all the time, but my thyroid hormo... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and I understand your concern. Yes, actually it is completely fine to stop medications in such a way. Medicine was given to support your pregnancy and maintain thyroid levels during pregnancy. Now that your hormone levels are fine, you do not need t... Read Full »
I awake suddenly from my sleep. Is this due to anxiety disorder or thyroid issues?
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 30-year-old female with a history of hypothyroidism for more than nine years, but I am irregular in taking my medications for the thyroid issue. I usually get anxious about my son and husband, and when I awake suddenly from my sleep. Is this due to anxiety disorder or some complica... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Both anxiety disorders and thyroid issues can contribute to feelings of anxiety. Hypothyroidism, if not properly managed, can lead to symptoms such as fatigue, mood swings, and anxiety. Additionally, irregular medication use for your thyroid ... Read Full »
I have enlarged thyroid with nodules. Please suggest.
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 32 year old woman, who in the last six months began to experience thyroid symptoms. I am in the process of looking for a new physician, but I live in a very remote area with a significant shortage of medical professionals, so I am in a lot of ways on my own here. My mother had ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thanks a lot for such a detailed history, it makes my job easier. I would want to know what was the result of the biopsy or FNAC (fine needle aspiration cytology). Based on that, I shall be in a better position to tell you the next step. Your thyroid is functioning to ... Read Full »
Can I continue the same dosage with fluctuating TSH levels?
Query: Hello doctor, I am under medication for thyroid from past one year. Initially, TSH was 15.5, and I was using 50 mcg later TSH came to 13 so increased dosage to 75 mcg. After which my TSH came to 8.8, and now with same 75 mcg TSH got risen to 11.11. Please advise do I need to continue with the same ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The goal of treatment in hypothyroidism is to normalize TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) levels. The dose of thyroxine needs to be adjusted until this happens. The dose is weight related to some extent. The approximate dose of thyroid hormone is equal to weight in ... Read Full »
What could be the cause for the symptoms like irregular periods, fatigue, anxiety, etc?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 20 year old female. I suspect that I may have a hormonal condition, such as PCOS or hypothyroidism, and wanted to get an opinion based on my symptoms. I have compiled a list of symptoms that I have been experiencing so far; 1) Excess hair growth: “Beard” area, bikini line, l... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your symptoms are suggestive of PCOS (polycystic ovary syndrome). However, there are certain conditions that mimic PCOS, like thyroid, adrenal problem, and hyperprolactinemia, etc. You need to visit a gynecologist or endocrinologist as certain details like testoster... Read Full »
I have night sweats with hot and cold flashes, and thyroiditis. Why does it happen?
Query: Hi doctor, I had an ultrasound done to check my thyroid. These results are copied directly from the report. It was mentioned that the thyroid gland is larger than normal. The right lobe size is 17x18.8x52.1 mm, and the left lobe size is 13.1x19.2x52.3 mm. Isthmus thickness is normal and is 3 mm. Gla... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Your reports indicate thyroiditis, and there is no specific treatment other than monitoring you over time, such as every 3 to 6 months, where you must repeat your thyroid function test to ensure that you are not developing any abnormalitie... Read Full »
What do high T3 levels and thyroid peroxidase antibodies indicate?
Query: Hello doctor, My free T3 level is 1.36 ng/dL, thyroid peroxidase Ab is 509 IU/ml, plasma-c reactive protein 5.48 mg/dL. I would like to get a prescription for thyroid, if needed. I am currently on Bisoprolol 1.25 mg. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. You have hyperthyroidism means increased thyroid hormones. Your TPO (thyroid peroxidase) is also increased. How are your symptoms? Like tremors, loss of weight, nervousness, etc.? How bad are your symptoms? Do you have pain in front of your neck? Have you done TSI? Do y... Read Full »