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Can Guggul Be Given To A Child Who Will Be
Question: Can Guggul be given to a child who will be turning 4 years old in August 2019? Her TSH level has come out to be 5.51
Brief Answer:
Need some details
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for consulting us
Guggulu doesn't work directly on on TSH level.
as per Ayurveda tridosa assessment will be high appreciated for better treatment.
I need some clinical information of your kid for better advise and treatment recommendation.
what is her weight and height ?
what type of thyroid problem does she suffer?
what symptom she is suffering from as of now?
what about her development and cognitive function?
birth details (type of delivery/birth weight)and any significant medical during her birth?
kindly get back to me with the details so that I can advise you properly considering your kid's health.
regards
Dr.S.Senthilnathan
Need some details
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for consulting us
Guggulu doesn't work directly on on TSH level.
as per Ayurveda tridosa assessment will be high appreciated for better treatment.
I need some clinical information of your kid for better advise and treatment recommendation.
what is her weight and height ?
what type of thyroid problem does she suffer?
what symptom she is suffering from as of now?
what about her development and cognitive function?
birth details (type of delivery/birth weight)and any significant medical during her birth?
kindly get back to me with the details so that I can advise you properly considering your kid's health.
regards
Dr.S.Senthilnathan
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Vaishalee Punj
Hello,
Thanks for your reply.
Her height is 39.5 inches. Weight =13.8 kg.
Our family including my daughter suffered Carbon Monoxide poisoning in February 2019 in our rental apartment. Family doctor referred to all of us to Neurologist. Neuro got many things tested in her blood test in July 2019, and TSH came out 5.51. Vitamin D and iron levels were also low. Doctor will retest thyroid panel after a month and start medicine if hypothyroid is confirmed. From my own personal experience in 2017/2018, Guggul had helped me make my hypothyroid normal. So I feel that she may benefit from a lower dose, as I am afraid of starting her on traditional allopathic, as she is very small.
Development: She has always been slim and small for her age, though her weight seems to be increasing slightly since few months. She is sharp and talks a lot. Was very active since birth but has become sluggish and clingy since few months.
Currently her hair looks rough and her voice is hoarse.She seems to be benefitting from Iron and Vitamin D supplements. She is a picky eater and giving her medicines is very tough. We mix it with milk to disguise.
Thanks for your reply.
Her height is 39.5 inches. Weight =13.8 kg.
Our family including my daughter suffered Carbon Monoxide poisoning in February 2019 in our rental apartment. Family doctor referred to all of us to Neurologist. Neuro got many things tested in her blood test in July 2019, and TSH came out 5.51. Vitamin D and iron levels were also low. Doctor will retest thyroid panel after a month and start medicine if hypothyroid is confirmed. From my own personal experience in 2017/2018, Guggul had helped me make my hypothyroid normal. So I feel that she may benefit from a lower dose, as I am afraid of starting her on traditional allopathic, as she is very small.
Development: She has always been slim and small for her age, though her weight seems to be increasing slightly since few months. She is sharp and talks a lot. Was very active since birth but has become sluggish and clingy since few months.
Currently her hair looks rough and her voice is hoarse.She seems to be benefitting from Iron and Vitamin D supplements. She is a picky eater and giving her medicines is very tough. We mix it with milk to disguise.
Brief Answer:
Need T4 and hb value
Detailed Answer:
Thanks for your reply.
kindly share the vitamin d level and iron (hb)level and T4 level.
measurement of free T4 (fT4) is indispensable to confirm thediagnoses, since it directly reflects hormone production by the thyroid gland .
so kindly share the values.
regards
Dr.S.Senthilnathan
Need T4 and hb value
Detailed Answer:
Thanks for your reply.
kindly share the vitamin d level and iron (hb)level and T4 level.
measurement of free T4 (fT4) is indispensable to confirm thediagnoses, since it directly reflects hormone production by the thyroid gland .
so kindly share the values.
regards
Dr.S.Senthilnathan
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Raju A.T
We dont have T4 value as it can be done only after few months when doctor orders. It is easier in XXXXXXX to get blood tests done. Currently we are in US and can get it done only when prescribed
Can you just tell me the dosage she can take. I know of himalaya capsules. Can they be broken and contents mixed with water
Brief Answer:
Let me explain
Detailed Answer:
Okay, that's fine.
I understand your concern. If T4 is normal we no need to consider this recent TSH value(5.50).
however, as per your request Guggulu dosage of Himalaya capsules contain 210 mg of Guggulu and you can give half capsule content mix with warm water.
I suggest some home remedies for general wellbeing and for the above complaints.
early morning 3ml of ginger juice with some warm water.
afternoon dry ginger powder (Sonth / Sattah / Adrak) 1g with rice on the first serve.
add melted ghee in the food.
night at bedtime after food 500mg of haritaki powder with warm water or with the last serve of dinner food.
avoid biscuits and stuffed items that will create ama and manifest a disease like picky eating etc
kindly follow it and get back to me for any clarification.
Good wishes for your child's health.
Thanks and regards
Dr.S.Senthilnathan
Let me explain
Detailed Answer:
Okay, that's fine.
I understand your concern. If T4 is normal we no need to consider this recent TSH value(5.50).
however, as per your request Guggulu dosage of Himalaya capsules contain 210 mg of Guggulu and you can give half capsule content mix with warm water.
I suggest some home remedies for general wellbeing and for the above complaints.
early morning 3ml of ginger juice with some warm water.
afternoon dry ginger powder (Sonth / Sattah / Adrak) 1g with rice on the first serve.
add melted ghee in the food.
night at bedtime after food 500mg of haritaki powder with warm water or with the last serve of dinner food.
avoid biscuits and stuffed items that will create ama and manifest a disease like picky eating etc
kindly follow it and get back to me for any clarification.
Good wishes for your child's health.
Thanks and regards
Dr.S.Senthilnathan
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Nagamani Ng
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