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Suggest Treatment For Overactive Thyroid And Headaches

Hello . I have got overactive thyroid, and currently on carbimozole .. I was wondering, does this cause headaches ? as i get them on & off all day! Also, can they cause weight gain? As i am really struggling to lose weight! You are supposed to lose weight with Overactive thyroid!! PLs can u help me!
Wed, 23 Nov 2016
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HI, thanks for using healthcare magic

Headaches are a possible side effect of carbimazole.

It is not associated with weight gain though persons can react differently to medication.
Since you are currently treating the overactive thyroid, this would play a role in your difficulty.

Weight loss can be difficult for some persons.

Diet changes, physical activity and possibly weight loss medication would be needed.
The main diets are low fat/low calorie and low carb diet. The use of meal replacements for 1 or 2 of your daily meals would also help as well.

At least 150 to 200 mins of activity a week with a combination of aerobic and strength training.

I hope this helps
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Suggest Treatment For Overactive Thyroid And Headaches

HI, thanks for using healthcare magic Headaches are a possible side effect of carbimazole. It is not associated with weight gain though persons can react differently to medication. Since you are currently treating the overactive thyroid, this would play a role in your difficulty. Weight loss can be difficult for some persons. Diet changes, physical activity and possibly weight loss medication would be needed. The main diets are low fat/low calorie and low carb diet. The use of meal replacements for 1 or 2 of your daily meals would also help as well. At least 150 to 200 mins of activity a week with a combination of aerobic and strength training. I hope this helps