Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with Google
Are Steroids Effective At Treating Hashimoto's Disease?
Question: ive been on steriods for 3 weeks 60mg a day for my hashimoto. ive droped down t0 40mg but ots made my brain fog so bad i cant function and also causing derealaztion. what can i do? i feel awful.
Brief Answer:
About your concern:
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
First of all, I do not agree with your treatment. Steroids are not recommended to treat Hashimoto thyroiditis because the side effects of steroids may be very serious and levothyroxine can substitute very well the thyroid function.
Anyway, regarding actual symptoms, I would suggest a synacten stimulation test to evaluate the adrenal function.
It may be still suppressed by the corticosteroids you have taken.
Do not hesitate to attach the results.
Hope I have answered your query.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Mirjeta Guni, Endocrinologist
About your concern:
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
First of all, I do not agree with your treatment. Steroids are not recommended to treat Hashimoto thyroiditis because the side effects of steroids may be very serious and levothyroxine can substitute very well the thyroid function.
Anyway, regarding actual symptoms, I would suggest a synacten stimulation test to evaluate the adrenal function.
It may be still suppressed by the corticosteroids you have taken.
Do not hesitate to attach the results.
Hope I have answered your query.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Mirjeta Guni, Endocrinologist
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.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Prasad
Answered by
Get personalised answers from verified doctor in minutes across 80+ specialties
