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How Can Hypopituitarism Be Treated?
Hello I m 47 years old .English been on Levothyroxine112mcg for approx. 1 year My labs 6 months ago showed low to no pituitary gland production and no ovary. I recently started the lowest dose estrogen patch bi-weekly. My TSH was called to me today 0.187 what should I expect. I go to my family Dr. next week I m usually very active and have had trouble with weight gain and difficulty losing for around 8 months still , with fatigue, noted forgetfulness, dry skin , and hair loss. I m a nurse and busy Mom. I need to feel better and not be worried. Help with suggestions, what to expect, or do? Crystal Hello ,I ve tried to pay and the website is not available.
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Hello,
Consult an endocrinologist and get evaluated.
You might require hormone supplements.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
Consult an endocrinologist and get evaluated.
You might require hormone supplements.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
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