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What Does My Thyroid Test Report Indicate?

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Posted on Mon, 10 Aug 2015
Question: Hi...I have checked thyroid few days back and TSH level was 10.4..my doctor suggested me thyronorm 25 mcg in the morning (fasting)..and vitamin b12 tablet after breakfast....but i am feeling uneasiness, vomiting, nausea everyday after taking the medicine and my apetite has gone very low....please suggest something?
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Answered by Dr. Ajish TP (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Need additional tests like cortisol, electrolytes, free thyroid hormones

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Welcome to HCM. Good day. I understand your concerns.

Thyroxine is usually not associated with major side effects. If you develop side effects you should immediately consult your doctor. The usual tests that we do in these situations are 8 am serum cortisol, electrolytes, free thyroid hormones. Low cortisol levels can cause these symptoms when started on thyroid medications.

If all tests are normal, you can try 1/2 the dose of thyronorm (12.5 mcg) or change the brand of thyroxine or take it at bed time 3-4 hours after dinner.

Hope the information was useful. If you have any further questions I will be hapy to help..

Regards

Dr Ajish TP
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What Does My Thyroid Test Report Indicate?

Brief Answer: Need additional tests like cortisol, electrolytes, free thyroid hormones Detailed Answer: Hi, Welcome to HCM. Good day. I understand your concerns. Thyroxine is usually not associated with major side effects. If you develop side effects you should immediately consult your doctor. The usual tests that we do in these situations are 8 am serum cortisol, electrolytes, free thyroid hormones. Low cortisol levels can cause these symptoms when started on thyroid medications. If all tests are normal, you can try 1/2 the dose of thyronorm (12.5 mcg) or change the brand of thyroxine or take it at bed time 3-4 hours after dinner. Hope the information was useful. If you have any further questions I will be hapy to help.. Regards Dr Ajish TP