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What Would Cause Major Personality Change, Extreme Hair Loss, Headaches, Soreness In The Head And Appetite Loss?
Question: I have had a major personality change can't seem to tolerate anything,extreme hair loss and texture of what little is left has changed ,headaches ,sore spot on head,and can't eat or sleep half the time what is going on with me I feel like I'm losing it ,I've lost 18 lbs in 2 months if not more I am a 58 year old female please help
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Possible Diagnosis: Hyperthyroidism
Detailed Answer:
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Weight loss, changes in texture of skin/hair, loss of hair, personality changes are concerning for hyperthyroidism (increased thyroid hormone levels). Please be advised to follow up with yiur primary care provider to undergo thyroid dunction test. It is also important to undergo thyroid examination by your physician. Depending on the thyroid examination and blood test, further investigations may or may not be warranted.
Hope this answers your question
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Dr.Lekshmi
Possible Diagnosis: Hyperthyroidism
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thank you for trusting us with your health concern
Weight loss, changes in texture of skin/hair, loss of hair, personality changes are concerning for hyperthyroidism (increased thyroid hormone levels). Please be advised to follow up with yiur primary care provider to undergo thyroid dunction test. It is also important to undergo thyroid examination by your physician. Depending on the thyroid examination and blood test, further investigations may or may not be warranted.
Hope this answers your question
Please let me know if you need further clarification
Regards
Dr.Lekshmi
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Dr. Raju A.T
Brief Answer:
Detailed answer below
Detailed Answer:
Hi again,
Your symptoms cannot be explained by menopause alone. Menopause is not associated with such drastic weight loss.
Even if you have been on Synthroid for many years, it is best to get the thyroid function testing done to see if the dose you are taking is appropriate. The dose requirement for thyroid supplementation can change over time.
Also, it is important to undergo a detailed physical evaluation and screening for underlying malignancy. Breast examination and mammogram, pap smear testing, colonoscopy, pelvic examination, blood testing for complete blood count and metabolic profile are recommended. So, please be advised to follow up with your primary provider for detailed evaluation.
Regards
Dr.Lekshmi
Detailed answer below
Detailed Answer:
Hi again,
Your symptoms cannot be explained by menopause alone. Menopause is not associated with such drastic weight loss.
Even if you have been on Synthroid for many years, it is best to get the thyroid function testing done to see if the dose you are taking is appropriate. The dose requirement for thyroid supplementation can change over time.
Also, it is important to undergo a detailed physical evaluation and screening for underlying malignancy. Breast examination and mammogram, pap smear testing, colonoscopy, pelvic examination, blood testing for complete blood count and metabolic profile are recommended. So, please be advised to follow up with your primary provider for detailed evaluation.
Regards
Dr.Lekshmi
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Dr. Prasad
Thank you had wanted more answers but I guess with out test you are unable to say I have a lot of health issues but this is new and my hair is really bad there's cancer of all kinds in my family ,I have rls,fibro, chronic rheumatoid ,inflammatory ,and osteo ,have had kidney issues no one can figure out I'm at 35 percent function swelling hands feet n legs ,comes and goes ,the slightest bump and I bleed under my skin which is very very thin ,I get blocks in my back 4 times a year for herniated and bulging disc have had 2 disc replaced in neck got another one fixing to need replacing,venous vein ablation both legs,have had tendon repair in hands n feet ,ddd and stenosis in back ,I'm on pain med percocet 10 x4 ,lasix,synthroid,Premarin,meripex,and a new pill for arthritis ,b12 shots bi weekly so wish you could tell me more but thanks
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Follow up answer
Detailed Answer:
Hi again,
Unfortunately, I cannot give you a definite diagnosis without evaluating you first. Given your health history, there are several contributory factors for feeling tired, reduced functioning, weight loss, skin and hair changes. That is why it is important to undergo a detailed evaluation to assess your general health status. It is not appropriate for me to give you a single answer without doing a physical or doing necessary investigations.
So, please follow up with your treating physician.
Regards
Dr.Lekshmi
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Detailed Answer:
Hi again,
Unfortunately, I cannot give you a definite diagnosis without evaluating you first. Given your health history, there are several contributory factors for feeling tired, reduced functioning, weight loss, skin and hair changes. That is why it is important to undergo a detailed evaluation to assess your general health status. It is not appropriate for me to give you a single answer without doing a physical or doing necessary investigations.
So, please follow up with your treating physician.
Regards
Dr.Lekshmi
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Dr. Remy Koshy
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