What Causes Weight Gain After Discontinuation Of Anti-thyroid Medication?

Posted on Tue, 24 Nov 2015

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Question : I have thyriod since 4yrs . And its been 1yrs i hav stop taken medicine. but recently again i have start gaining weight. so what m i supposed to do . my thyriod report are normal . Its been 8th months m married . so want to know dat will i hav any problem during pragnency.

Answered by Dr. Ajish TP (47 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
If thyroid function is normal no need to worry

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Welcome to HCM. I have gone through your questions and understand your concerns.

Make sure that your thyroid function test is normal

1. TSH should be below 4 miu/ml
2. T3&T4 should be in normal lab range

Do an anti thyroid antibody ( anti TPO antibody) - a blood test, to make sure you are not at risk of hypothyroidism.

If all reports are normal there is no need to be worried. You won't be having any problems with pregnancy.

Hope I have answered your questions. If you have any further questions, I will be pleased to help you.

Regards
Dr Ajish TP

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