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What Causes Excessive Thirst Post Thyroid Gland Removal?
Question: Hello,
I am an alcoholic and I have not had a drink for over 10 years. I just had an operation to remove my thyroid
and I would not have a clue about the drug used for general anaesthetic. I may be wrong, but I may feel something like the symptoms of feeling "thirsty" . I sthis a normal reaction or should I ask my Doctor for help.
Thank you for you time.
I am an alcoholic and I have not had a drink for over 10 years. I just had an operation to remove my thyroid
and I would not have a clue about the drug used for general anaesthetic. I may be wrong, but I may feel something like the symptoms of feeling "thirsty" . I sthis a normal reaction or should I ask my Doctor for help.
Thank you for you time.
Brief Answer:
side effect from anesthesia
Detailed Answer:
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You recently had general anesthesia from removal of your thyroid gland. The drugs they use for anesthesia will frequently cause a very dry throat and feel like your thirsty all the time. Also during the surgery because you are on a breathing machine you do become slightly dehydrated. So I would strongly urge that you drink plenty of fluids. If this thirsty feeling does not improve then call your surgeon
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side effect from anesthesia
Detailed Answer:
Thank you for contacting HCM with your health care concerns
You recently had general anesthesia from removal of your thyroid gland. The drugs they use for anesthesia will frequently cause a very dry throat and feel like your thirsty all the time. Also during the surgery because you are on a breathing machine you do become slightly dehydrated. So I would strongly urge that you drink plenty of fluids. If this thirsty feeling does not improve then call your surgeon
I hope I answered your question. Please contact HCM again with your health care concerns
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