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For the past 6 weeks I have noticed a loss of eyelashes in the center of both upper lids. Currently on levothyroxine-for hashimoto s thyroiditis, amitriptyline for migraine prophylaxis, gabapentin 100 mg q HS for restless leg. The eyelash loss is my major concern. Recent labs wnl. By the way, I am a nurse practitioner.
Hello dear. Welcome to Healthcaremagic. I read your query and I understand your concern. This is a symptome of hashimoto tiroiditis more than from levothyroxine. Keeping a stabilised hormone balance help with it.
Take care. Hope my answer was helpful, if you have any other questions I'll be glad to help you. Best regards. Dr Olgeta Xhufka.General and family physician ).
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What Causes Eyelash Loss While On Levothyroxine?
Hello dear. Welcome to Healthcaremagic. I read your query and I understand your concern. This is a symptome of hashimoto tiroiditis more than from levothyroxine. Keeping a stabilised hormone balance help with it. Take care. Hope my answer was helpful, if you have any other questions I ll be glad to help you. Best regards. Dr Olgeta Xhufka.General and family physician ).