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Suggest Treatment For Hypothyroidism

Hi, may IHi for about a year now I have been dealing with severe symtoms of hypothroidism exp.(fatigue, weight gain 50lbs in less than two years, irratable, tired all the time even when I have had over 12 hours of sleep, depresstion and very low libido) and when I went to get checked my doctor said that he thinks that I am hyperthroidism how can that be??? Someone please help me this is ruining my life???

                                                                 
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Hello,

Welcome to Healthcare Magic.

I have read your question fully and understand your concerns.

You seem to be having symptoms of hypothyroidism. Weight gain, depression, tiredness, low libido etc. all point towards hypothyroidism. In hyperthyroidism there would be weight loss and other symptoms like anxiety, sweating, palpitations, intolerance to heat.

It would be good if you could persuade your doctor to get your Thyroid Function tests done. Based on the reports you and your doctor both could find out if it is hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism.

I hope this answer has helped you.

Thank you

Regards
Dr Sunita Sayammagaru
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Suggest Treatment For Hypothyroidism

Hello, Welcome to Healthcare Magic. I have read your question fully and understand your concerns. You seem to be having symptoms of hypothyroidism. Weight gain, depression, tiredness, low libido etc. all point towards hypothyroidism. In hyperthyroidism there would be weight loss and other symptoms like anxiety, sweating, palpitations, intolerance to heat. It would be good if you could persuade your doctor to get your Thyroid Function tests done. Based on the reports you and your doctor both could find out if it is hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism. I hope this answer has helped you. Thank you Regards Dr Sunita Sayammagaru