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Are Antidepressants Necessary While Suffering From Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis?
I have been on antidepressants for 15 years (after my Mother died).., at the same time I also found out that I had Hashimoto s. They put me on propranolol which made me very depressed. Was it necessary to put me on antidepressants when my thyroid was causing the issue. I am always lethargic, no interest in anything, and doing anything is too much of a chore. I was also going through menopause for many years.
Thu, 28 Jun 2018
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If the dose of levothyroxine is the right one, it means if the thyroid hormones are within the normal ranges under treatment, than we suggest to treat depression in a patient with Hashimoto thyroiditis. But before starting treatment you must be sure that the dose of levothyroxine is the right one.
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If the dose of levothyroxine is the right one, it means if the thyroid hormones are within the normal ranges under treatment, than we suggest to treat depression in a patient with Hashimoto thyroiditis. But before starting treatment you must be sure that the dose of levothyroxine is the right one.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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