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Just diagnosed as hypothyroid...once I start meds how long till I feel better?
TSH level was 24.8 but I'm 18 lbs underweight. Had a baby 7 months ago. I feel terrible-exhausted, irritable, short term memory, swaying feeling, cold, dry skin, hair, etc. can anyone help me understand my levels TSH high but T3 and T4 were in normal range??I haven't started any meds yet.... read more
Confused? Have low TSH so doctor is going to reduce my Synthroid, I thought it would be increased?
I have hypothyroidism for about the last 4 years thanks to Lithium. My question is that I have been on Synthroid 0.112mg (112MCG) tablets and have been doing well until recently. Had my TSH checked yesterday and the doctor's office called and said it was .32??? Said my doctor was going to call... read more
I have all symptoms of hypothyroidism but bloodwork is all normal. I have thinning brittle hair,?
... depression, weight gain around middle, irregular periods sometimes two a month sometimes skip months, moody, back and joint pain, depression, difficulty sleeping, cold extremeties, low body temp etc. A doc has finally agreed to start me on low dose armour thyroid but I'm scared. Will I... read more
How do I switch from synthroid to armour? I currently take 75 mg of synthroid once a day but am?
finding it is not working for me and I am even more tired than before. Any info would be greatly appreciated.
Canker sores - what causes them and how do you stop getting them?
Does anyone else have issues with mouth sores(canker sores)? Was diagnosed 8 months ago with hypothyroidism, started with levothyroxine as meds... am now on synthroid, still not feeling "normal self" and have gained almost 25 lbs... have taken all wheat, corn, & gluten out of diet and... read more
Is levothyroxine really that bad?
Hi, A week ago I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism after suffering ridiculous health issues for the last 18-24 months - tiredness, stress/anxiety, mental slowing, weight gain, stomach issues, constipation (if not the complete opposite!) constantly freezing cold, muscle aches and pains and... read more
Levothyroxine side effects?
My tsh came back as borderline hypothyroid (something around 5.0 or so). I was prescribed 25 mcg of Levothyroxine. After a couple subsequent tests, it was still borderline and then I was prescribed 50 mcg. It is now down to around 3.0. My question is, I feel pretty much about the same, except my... read more
Did U no Medicare is removing armour thyroid from formulary?
Starting New Years Day, Medicare is removing Armour thyroid extract for hypothyroid from its pharmaceutical formulary of approved medications. I received the notice today. My HMO won't cover the cost of my Armour thyroid now. What makes it ridiculousness is that I called some pharmacies about... read more
Does synthroid cause anyone bowel problems?
Since on synthroid i have been irritable and having bouts of diahrea
Is it true dosage for synthroid based on weight? Will I finally get results finally since this Dr?
... seems to know about it. I have had no results for years! Exercise like crazy, balanced diet & I'm always worn out, depressed & can't lose weight. So I'm hoping this new 200 mcg they gave me will work
I just started taking synthroid how long before I start seeing my hair grow again?
I have lost so much hair and not only that it wont grow. Im always tired and have no energy to do anything. Just want to start feeling better and most of all my to start growing again.
Can a change in my Levothyroxine dose cause nausea?
I've had hypothyroidism for years and have taken Levothyroxine. In November 2014, my blood work showed my level was 20 and out of the normal range, so my doctor changed my dosage from 112 to 137. I've been taking that for 6 weeks now, and for about the last 4 weeks, I've experienced... read more
Weight gain on Synthroid has me questioning the medicine?
I've been prescribed Synthroid since March because my Nurse Practitioner believes I have hypothyroidism. We did a test before starting any medication. You can see the results below: -TSH: 3.11 - T4: 8 - Free Thyroxine Index: 2.0 - T3 Uptake: 25 - Weight: 136 lbs My only concern is my weight.... read more
Does Synthroid cause weight gain?
I have been on Synthroid for a little over two months now, and my thyroid levels are now normal, but I am seem to be gaining weight, especially in my lower abs, and thigh regions. Has anyone else had this problem? And if so, what have you done to help with the weight gain?
Armour Thyroid - Ringing in the ears?
Does anyone else get a buzzing or ringing in the ears from Hashimoto's or after using armor? I never had it before and it getting progressively worse. I have taken armor for about five years and felt fine for the first three years or so. Then I started having feelings of anxiety, rapid... read more
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