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Question: I have all the symptoms of hypothyroidism. I was on thyroid pills 30years ago . my md now says all my lab work & I do not need thyroid. I have research it & it has been proven you can have hypothyroidism & still have normal labs. where can I get R of thyroid pills.
Brief Answer:
Thyroid
Detailed Answer:
Sorry to note your symptoms.
You cannot get a prescription for thyroid medication unless the doctor is convinced of your diagnosis.
When I see someone like you in my practice, I typically order the following tests in addition to a detailed physical examination:
CBC
Electrolytes
Calcium
HbA1c
Liver function tests
Kidney function tests
TSH
Free T4
25 hydroxy Vitamin D
Sometimes the results of the above tests reveal other causes that mimic thyroid problems such as anemia.
Thyroid
Detailed Answer:
Sorry to note your symptoms.
You cannot get a prescription for thyroid medication unless the doctor is convinced of your diagnosis.
When I see someone like you in my practice, I typically order the following tests in addition to a detailed physical examination:
CBC
Electrolytes
Calcium
HbA1c
Liver function tests
Kidney function tests
TSH
Free T4
25 hydroxy Vitamin D
Sometimes the results of the above tests reveal other causes that mimic thyroid problems such as anemia.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
cbc done 0000-- wbc 7.6rbc 4.88 hemoglobin12.1, hematocrit37.8 ,mcv 78 ,mch 24.8 cholesterol total 234 hemoglobin A1c 7.1 triglyerides 248 , hcl cholesterol30 ,vldl 50, ldl154 , glucose 135 ,bun 13, creatinine 0.75 ,sgpt 42, he has not done recent thyroid test in past normal. My symptoms: fatique, insomnia, vertigo, loss of outer third of eyebrow, weight gain, ringing in ears, cataracts dry itchy skin, hair loss,hxendometriosis, had hysterectomy ,psoriasis,, drooping eyelids,anxiety. does this help??
Brief Answer:
Follow up
Detailed Answer:
Your HbA!c result suggests you have diabetes.
Your cholesterol value are high too.
However, neither of these can cause the symptoms you are experiencing.
You may wish to consult a thyroid expert in person who will have the opportunity to examine you. Endocrinologists are thyroid specialists.
Follow up
Detailed Answer:
Your HbA!c result suggests you have diabetes.
Your cholesterol value are high too.
However, neither of these can cause the symptoms you are experiencing.
You may wish to consult a thyroid expert in person who will have the opportunity to examine you. Endocrinologists are thyroid specialists.
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.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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