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Suggest An Alternative Treatment For Hives

I am 6 months post total thyroidectomy and have taken levothyroxine successfully until a couple of weeks ago. I am suddenly getting chronic hives. I stopped med s for 5 d and took benedry. I was better and started taking synthroid. Now am getting chronic hives again. Any ideas on what to do?
Thu, 17 Oct 2019
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Ophthalmologist 's  Response
Hello,

I don't think its allergy to thyroxine as it is a natural human hormone. you should consult your physician regarding this. Maybe there is some preservative in the medicine causing the hives.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care

Regards,
Dr Harshita, Ophthalmologist
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Suggest An Alternative Treatment For Hives

Hello, I don t think its allergy to thyroxine as it is a natural human hormone. you should consult your physician regarding this. Maybe there is some preservative in the medicine causing the hives. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Harshita, Ophthalmologist