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Suggest Treatment For Hyperthyroidism
i was told that i have hyperthyroidism, the doctor prescribed for me iodine because of goiter ,iam also underweight i took the medicne 3 months, it didnt change much, the doctor gave an other dose of iodine... give advise?.. and how can i gain weight?
Fri, 30 Sep 2016
Hi, dear
I have gone through your question. I can understand your concern.
You have hyperthyroidism. Your underweight may be due to hyperthyroidism. You should take anti thyroid drug like propylthiouracil or methimazole. it is prescription based medicine so consult your doctor and take treatment accordingly.
Hope I have answered your question. If you have any doubts then feel free to ask me. I will be happy to answer.
Thanks for using health care magic. Wish you a very good health.
I have gone through your question. I can understand your concern.
You have hyperthyroidism. Your underweight may be due to hyperthyroidism. You should take anti thyroid drug like propylthiouracil or methimazole. it is prescription based medicine so consult your doctor and take treatment accordingly.
Hope I have answered your question. If you have any doubts then feel free to ask me. I will be happy to answer.
Thanks for using health care magic. Wish you a very good health.
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