Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
Is It Safe To Take Methimazole For Hot Thyroid Nodules?
Diagnosed with autonomous hot thyroid nodule - was given three choices of treatment methimazole, radioactive iodine treatment or surgery. My doc suggested methimazole to start with. He says he s had patients on this drug for THIRTY YEARS but I read it is not good too stay on this drug for long. Is this true.
Wed, 12 Feb 2014
Hello
Thanks for writing to HCM
You doctor has given you right suggestions.
All three are the choices of treatment for hyperthyroidism depending upon patient.Generally treatment is started with methimazole and if patient is not having any complications then it can be continued for years.
Surgery is advised in cases not responding to medicines.
Hope i have answered your query.
Take Care
Dr.Indu Bhushan
Thanks for writing to HCM
You doctor has given you right suggestions.
All three are the choices of treatment for hyperthyroidism depending upon patient.Generally treatment is started with methimazole and if patient is not having any complications then it can be continued for years.
Surgery is advised in cases not responding to medicines.
Hope i have answered your query.
Take Care
Dr.Indu Bhushan
I find this answer helpful
Note: For more information on hormonal imbalance symptoms or unmanaged diabetes with other comorbid conditions, get back to us & Consult with an Endocrinologist. Click here to book an appointment.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Recent questions on Antithyroid drugs
Loading Online Doctors....