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An under active thyroid (also known as hypothyroid) is regulated by taking daily prescribed thyroid medication, as directed by a doctor. To make sure a patient is taking the proper amount of thyroid medication, thyroid hormone levels are monitored through regular blood tests.
The basics for a healthy diet supporting the thyroid gland includes :* Iodine : a necessary mineral to help the thyroid gland make enough hormones * Low glycemic foods * Lean protein * Fiber * Vitamins and mineralsThese are healthy guidelines for anybody trying to loose weight, but even more someone with low thyroid functions.
What happens after discontinuation of thyroid meds is entirely dependent upon which thyroid meds you are taking. Thyroid supplementation is necessary for life and without it you will die. If the meds you are taking are slowing down the production of thyroid hormone because you have hypERthyroidism, then the thyroid will again overproduce hormone and you will become sick. If you have cancer and choose not to have RAI, you may have a recurrence of your cancer.
you can get sick from not taking your thyroid medicine but you cant die from it.
The only safe way to discontinue taking thyroid supplementation is to talk to your doctor first. The body cannot survive without thyroid hormone.
Yes, tell your dentist you are taking thyroid.
very unlikely
Can one stop taking thyroid medicine, and go over to foods such as seaweed, fich oil, or other supplements?
After taking your thyroid medication, it is best to wait at least 30 minutes before eating food. If you eat immediately after taking your thyroid medication, drink coffee, drink alcohol, or even add Metamusil to your water, this can affect the overall effectiveness of your thyroid medication. Make sure to read all of the directions on your thyroid prescription bottle. Doctors will note to not take antacids, calcium or iron within four hours of taking the medication. Talk with your doctor if you have any questions about what you can/cannot consume after taking your thyroid medication.
i too am taking the same medication i have hashimotos thyroidtitus i am hypo thyroid
Ask your Dr. or pharmacist, all medications have different reactions to alcohol you should not drink any alcohol while taking thyroid medication. Which medication are you taking?
If you take levothyroxine you are taking thyroid hormone. The primary reason for taking thyroid hormone is to supplement or replace that which your own thyroid makes. Low thyroid hormone is known as hypothyroidism. Some physicians also prescribe levothyroxine if you have antithyroid antibodies. This condition is known as Hashitmoto's thyroiditis. The intent is to suppress your own body's production of thyroid hormone because this minimizes the attack of the immune system against the thyroid.