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What do you do if you have hypothyroidism?
A doctor can provide thyroid medication.
How bad is hypothyroidism?
Hypothyroidism means that the thyroid gland is not working at its optimal levels. The condition's severity can vary. The most severe form of hypothyroidism, Myxedema coma, is rare. In general, people suffering from hypothyroidism will experience unexplained weight gain, extreme fatigue, depression, an overall sense of weakness, sensitivity to the cold, and heavier menstrual periods in females. Most people with hypothyroidism are able to control the condition by taking medication that provides them with the missing thyroid hormone. This treatment will cause the thyroid levels to return to normal, but the replacement hormone must be taken for the rest of the individual's life.
Does hypothyroidism cause bloating?
Hypothyroidism causes you to retain water that leads to bloating.
Can dogs with hypothyroidism take Benadryl?
You need to talk with your veterinarian about this - it is possible some formulations of Benadryl could interact with your dog's thyroid medication and cause major problems.
If your baby has hypothyroidism will he be mentally retarded?
Hypothyroidism does not cause mental "retardation". MR is caused by genetics usually. Hypothyroidism is treatable.
How do you know when it's time to try new medication for hypothyroidism?
Hypothyroidism causes symptoms that are very evident. As a result, you would know when the medication to treat it isn't effective. The symptoms would overlap and persevere over the condition.
What does levothyroxine 75 mg look like?
It's a thyroid medication for people with hypothyroidism.
What is the life expectancy of a person diagnosed with Hypothyroidism?
With treatment, patients with Hypothyroidism can live a normal life.
How can hypothyroidism be caused by viruses and bacteria?
Infections that depress thyroid hormone production usually cause permanent hypothyroidism.
How can surgery cause hypothyroidism?
Removal of the thyroid gland because of cancer or other thyroid disorders can result in hypothyroidism.
Does the over production of tsh cause hypothyroidism?
No. An overproduction of TSH would cause hyperthyroidism.
What medicines are for hypo thyroid?
Hypothyroidism is usually treated by taking daily thyroid medication. The most common thyroid medication is called levothyroxine. This thyroid medication comes in 12 different strengths and it is prescribed by a physician.
