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What Causes Leg Weakness And Headaches When Suffering From Hypothyroidism?

I have hypothyroid I have of course gained 50 lbs but am still active until I start experiencing leg weakness which is followed by loss of bladder along with a constant headache and memory loss I also notice that to me my voice sounds different. these symptoms last weeks then leave and I am active and happy again my question is could menopause be doing this to me or is it my thyroid my doctor says it is fine and I should try a cattle prod I am 56
posted on Sun, 18 May 2014
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Hi, symptoms are related to your hypothyroidism. Please refer to your doctor to prescribe thyroid hormonal replacement therapy, but tests of thyroid function have to be done first.
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What Causes Leg Weakness And Headaches When Suffering From Hypothyroidism?

Hi, symptoms are related to your hypothyroidism. Please refer to your doctor to prescribe thyroid hormonal replacement therapy, but tests of thyroid function have to be done first.