How to Treat Hypothyroidism
Posted By: ethernum;
Category: Health;
November 3, 2008
Author ethernum;
If you have hypothyroidism, or an underactive thyroid, it is likely that your whole body will feel out of whack. This is because your thyroid releases hormones - thyroxine and triiodothyronine - that control every cell in your body, affecting your physical and mental well-being. Seek treatment to stop the numerous effects of hypothyroidism, which include everything from feeling tired all the time, an intolerance to cold, a slow rate of metabolism and a low pulse.
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Talk to your doctor about taking hormone pills - the most common form of treatment.
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Understand that these pills provide the hormone levels the body cannot produce on its own.
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Be prepared for it to take a few months before your symptoms disappear.
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Realize that your dose may need to be adjusted a few times before your hormone levels stabilize.
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Have follow-up blood tests to be sure your hormone levels are healthy.
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Continue to visit your doctor at least once a year, because changes in weight and pregnancy can affect the dosage of medication you need.
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Be on the lookout for the possible reappearance of any of your symptoms.
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Remember that you will probably need to continue these pills for life.
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