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Could Hair Loss, Skin Darkening And Weight Loss Be Due To Hypothyroid?
hi, i am 24yrs old. female and having thyroid problem since 1yr. my TSH is <0.01. i am taking thyronorm mcg on empty stomach in morning. I am having hair loss, skin is darkening, weight loss problems are these because of thyroid problem please advice me.
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Hello,
Thank you for asking on HCM!
Your TSH level is too low, it means that the dose of thyronorm is too high and should be lowered.
The symptoms you reported are consistent to hyperthyroidism or overdosage of thyronorm but the darkening of the skin is suggestive for addison disease or adrenal insufficiency.
You should check the cortisol level at 8.00 a.m in the morning. If it results low, please do not hesitate to ask for further suggestions.
It will be a pleasure to help you further.
Kind regards,
Dr.Mirjeta
Thank you for asking on HCM!
Your TSH level is too low, it means that the dose of thyronorm is too high and should be lowered.
The symptoms you reported are consistent to hyperthyroidism or overdosage of thyronorm but the darkening of the skin is suggestive for addison disease or adrenal insufficiency.
You should check the cortisol level at 8.00 a.m in the morning. If it results low, please do not hesitate to ask for further suggestions.
It will be a pleasure to help you further.
Kind regards,
Dr.Mirjeta
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