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How To Reduce Weight When Suffering From Thyroid Problem?
Question: My daughter is only 12 years of age, started mensuration and recetly diagnosed with thyroid also. Gaining weight as she has a wt of around 52 kg. Now her hairs start growing white, I'm little tensed as what should be done to avoid her hairs growing white and also to reduce her wt. Pl suggest.
Brief Answer:
maintain thyroid balance.
Detailed Answer:
Dear XXXXXXX hi! i can understand your concern as a mother. As of her menarche, 12 years is acceptable age. thyroid balance needs to be attained and maintained with thyroxine replacement and regular monitoring. for hair turning white, we do not have much options except, high protein diet, iron , calcium and multivitamins. for her weight, she must take care of her diet and exercise regularly. regards!
maintain thyroid balance.
Detailed Answer:
Dear XXXXXXX hi! i can understand your concern as a mother. As of her menarche, 12 years is acceptable age. thyroid balance needs to be attained and maintained with thyroxine replacement and regular monitoring. for hair turning white, we do not have much options except, high protein diet, iron , calcium and multivitamins. for her weight, she must take care of her diet and exercise regularly. regards!
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