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I’m A 61 Year Old Female With Weight Problems, Extreme
Question: I’m a 61 year old female with weight problems, extreme fatigue, body temp of 96.3 and very dry skin and hair. I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism over 10 years ago, however I was never placed on any medication. Subsequent tests have shown just below average TSH so my Dr doesn’t think I need to do anything. Is there anything I can do to improve my health?
Brief Answer:
Hypothyroidism is only treatd with replacing hormones.
Detailed Answer:
Hello dear, welcome to Ask a doctor service.
I read your query and here is my advice.
I think you should do further examinations such T3, T4, f T4 and TSH for a better evaluation.
You have signs of Hypothyroidism and the only treatment you can cure Hypothyroidism is taking synthesised thyroid hormone to replace the absence of hormone.
Hope I have answered the question.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Hypothyroidism is only treatd with replacing hormones.
Detailed Answer:
Hello dear, welcome to Ask a doctor service.
I read your query and here is my advice.
I think you should do further examinations such T3, T4, f T4 and TSH for a better evaluation.
You have signs of Hypothyroidism and the only treatment you can cure Hypothyroidism is taking synthesised thyroid hormone to replace the absence of hormone.
Hope I have answered the question.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
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