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Had A Thyroidectomy For A Papillary Cancer. On Synthroid. Weight Gain, Depression, Fatigue. Have Osteoarthritis
I had a total thyroidectomy in Nov, 2011 due to papillary cancer. I take 200 mcg of synthroid daily. I have gained weight, am depressed have lack of energy, basically hate waking up every morning. I get a careful neck study done once a year, which thankfully turns out fine. Also I have developed osteoarthritis so bad in my hands and had to have surgery on my left thumb last October. Any suggestions?
Tue, 16 Apr 2013
Hello in addition to neck u shuld perform tfts atleast 6 munths a part ur symptoms might be suggestive of hypothyroidism need dose adjustments
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