What Causes Perimenopausal Symptoms With Hypothyroidism?

Posted on Wed, 2 Apr 2014

Question: Current diagnostics: candida ALBICANS, OSTEOPOROSIS, GAD, POSSIBLE LYME BAND KD 23, 39. WENT TO ER MAR. 2, 2014. ER DOC SAID I HAVE COSTCOCHONDRITIS. RESULTS FROM BLOOD LABS; MONOCYTES 12.2 H, RBC 4.99 H, Hgb 14.6 H, Hct 43.4, migraine, transient pain under rt. Ribcage, pain midback spinal column, unquenchable thirst, candida albicans, brain fog including forgetfullness, no anxiety. Also have HYPOTHYROIDISM, taking 75mcg/synthroid. Past infections incude e-coli, female urethral, klebsiella pneumoniae after two teeth pulled, lower left back jaw, osteoporosis, spinal cd 5&7 compacted, r&l knees compacted, 30 year history bulimia nervosa.

Answered by Dr. T Shobha Deepak (1 hour later)

Brief Answer: to rule out Hyperglycaemia Detailed Answer: Hi Welcome to Healthcare-Magic Greetings of the day Dear XXXX First and foremost let me reassure you, there is no cause for concern and things can be taken care off. Thanks for providing a detailed history and including your past medical and Surgical history. From the description given by you , I would suggest the following as probable cause of your symptoms 1. To rule out Hyperglycaemia: Raised blood sugar level could probably be cause of increased unquenchable thirst. I would suggest you to get Fasting ( overnight 8 hours of fasting) and post prandial ( 2 hours after consumption of food) Sugar level estimation 2. Post/Perimenopausal symptoms: Few of ladies usually experience such symptoms after menopause is attained. Would also suggest a thorough Evaluation by Gynecologist and consideration for starting Hormone replacement therapy 3. Hypothyroidism: As you have undergone previous thyroid surgery, it's important to rule out Hypothyroidism. Hypothyroidism may also contribute to the symptoms you are facing. It will require further dose adjustment based on your Thyroid profile ( Serum T3, T4 and TSH level). 4. Also would suggest you to start Calcium supplements I hope it helped. In case you require any further assistance, will be glad to assist you. Take care Best Regards Dr T Shobha Deepak MBBS, MD

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