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Can I Still Be Over Medicated As I Have Constipation And Depression?

I have taken synthroid for 30 years. They increased my dose to 150 I was overmedicated and they brought the dose down to 125. I have lost 30 pounds and I m having trouble with burning stomach and bitter and burning taste in my throat. Being treated for acid reflux with ranitidine 150 and pantoprazole. I m also extremely constipated, feeling anxiety, depression and losing my hair. i am extremely frustrated going to so many Dr. And none understands. Can I still be overmedicated? Is the severe burning sensation related to my thyroid?
Mon, 12 Oct 2015
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HI, thanks for using healthcare magic

The burning sensation is due to reflux as you mentioned.

Low levels of thyroid hormone can sometimes cause reflux so if your levels are low despite the hormone replacement then this can be a cause. It would also cause hair loss and constipation.
This is due to low thyroid not high levels

Diet changes would help both the reflux and constipation.

Medication and counselling may be help to deal with the anxiety and depression.

I hope this helps
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Can I Still Be Over Medicated As I Have Constipation And Depression?

HI, thanks for using healthcare magic The burning sensation is due to reflux as you mentioned. Low levels of thyroid hormone can sometimes cause reflux so if your levels are low despite the hormone replacement then this can be a cause. It would also cause hair loss and constipation. This is due to low thyroid not high levels Diet changes would help both the reflux and constipation. Medication and counselling may be help to deal with the anxiety and depression. I hope this helps