Subclinical Hyperthyroidism

WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW:

Subclinical hyperthyroidism is a condition that develops when the amount of thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) in your blood is low. TSH is made in the brain and controls how much thyroid hormones are made. Thyroid hormones help control body temperature, heart rate, growth, and how you gain or lose weight.

INSTRUCTIONS:

Medicines:

You may be given medicine if your condition worsens. Contact your primary healthcare provider if you think your medicine is not helping or if you have side effects. Tell him if you are allergic to any medicine. Keep a list of the medicines, vitamins, and herbs you take. Include the amounts, and when and why you take them. Carry your medicine list with you in case of emergency. Bring the list or the pill bottles to follow-up visits.

Follow up with your primary healthcare provider or endocrinologist as directed :

You may need to return for more blood tests to check your thyroid hormone level. Do not stop taking your medicine until you talk to your primary healthcare provider. Write down your questions so you remember to ask them during your visits.

Food:

You may need to eat more to give your body the extra energy it needs. High protein and high calorie foods will help prevent weight loss. Ask your primary healthcare provider which foods are best for you.

Contact your primary healthcare provider endocrinologist if:

• You have a fever.
  
  
• You have pain, redness, and swelling in your muscles and joints.
  
  
• You run out of thyroid medicine or stopped taking it.
  
  
• You have questions or concerns about your condition or care.

Return to the emergency department if:

• You have chest pain or trouble breathing all of a sudden.
  
  
• You faint or have a seizure.
  
  
• Your heart is beating very fast or slow, and you are restless.
  
  
• Your signs and symptoms return or become worse.

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The above information is an educational aid only. It is not intended as medical advice for individual conditions or treatments. Talk to your doctor, nurse or pharmacist before following any medical regimen to see if it is safe and effective for you.

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