HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

Had TSH 29, Abnormal Cholesterol. Taken Thyronorm 50mg. Cholesterol And TSH Normal. Should I Continue Thyronorm?

Hi, I am 39 yrs old. My TSH was 29; also cholestrol was little abnormal (particularly HDL was much below normal). My Doctor suggested to take thyronorm 50mg. After 6 months my TSH has come down to 6.2. I am doing regular excercise and now Cholestral is normal (except HDL which is still 30). Question1) Should i continue 50mg Thyronorm or need to take bigger doese Question2) I take thyronorm in the morning and then take breakfast approx after 1.5 hours (after completing exercise etc.) is it Ok Or i should take breakfast exactly after 30min of taking thyronorm Question3) Some piles like problem developed for a month. can it be because of thyronorm regards,
Fri, 24 Aug 2012
Report Abuse
Emergency Medicine Specialist,  's  Response
Hello
Let me answer you point wise
Ans 1) You need to continue Thyronorm 50 mcg as before.
Next time get the entire thyroid profile done after 3 months.
Thyroid profile: T3, T4, TSH
After initiation of medication first test is usually advised after 3 months and then every 6 monthly.
In your case as TSH is gradually normalizing you dont need a hike in dose.
Dietary advice: avoid cabbage, soyabeans

Ans 2) Its okay to take breakfast anytime after half an hour to one hour.
Just keep a note that in empty stomach exercising for 1.5 hrs ( in fasting state) does not affect your health. I would suggest you can always take some fruits or juices in between your exercise .

Ans 3) Piles like problem cannot be because of Thyronorm.
Rather if you are chronically constipated it may lead to such problems.
Advice :Incorporate high fibre diet consisting of green leafy vegetables,
whole wheat /multi grain bread, whole wheat flour, fresh and dry fruits.
Sitz bath:sit in warm water (in a large basin or vessel) so that your hip is getting soaked for some time at least for 15 mins.
These are some of the non drug remedies that provides immense symptomatic relief.

I find this answer helpful
Note: For more information on hormonal imbalance symptoms or unmanaged diabetes with other comorbid conditions, get back to us & Consult with an Endocrinologist. Click here to book an appointment.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Recent questions on Tsh


Loading Online Doctors....
Had TSH 29, Abnormal Cholesterol. Taken Thyronorm 50mg. Cholesterol And TSH Normal. Should I Continue Thyronorm?

Hello Let me answer you point wise Ans 1) You need to continue Thyronorm 50 mcg as before. Next time get the entire thyroid profile done after 3 months. Thyroid profile: T3, T4, TSH After initiation of medication first test is usually advised after 3 months and then every 6 monthly. In your case as TSH is gradually normalizing you dont need a hike in dose. Dietary advice: avoid cabbage, soyabeans Ans 2) Its okay to take breakfast anytime after half an hour to one hour. Just keep a note that in empty stomach exercising for 1.5 hrs ( in fasting state) does not affect your health. I would suggest you can always take some fruits or juices in between your exercise . Ans 3) Piles like problem cannot be because of Thyronorm. Rather if you are chronically constipated it may lead to such problems. Advice :Incorporate high fibre diet consisting of green leafy vegetables, whole wheat /multi grain bread, whole wheat flour, fresh and dry fruits. Sitz bath:sit in warm water (in a large basin or vessel) so that your hip is getting soaked for some time at least for 15 mins. These are some of the non drug remedies that provides immense symptomatic relief.