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What Causes Sweating Profusely Post Thyroid Gland Removal?

Hi, im over two years out from breast cancer, my cancer was estrogen driven,as i was already in menopause, but now im unable to take anything for my hotflashes, i have now also had a nodule and the left side of my thyroid removed Oct of 2014, i have in the last few weeks have been having these episodes of sweating profusely, from head to toe, just sheets of water for some odd reason, what can be causing this debilitating state ?
Tue, 15 Sep 2020
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Hi,

You may be suffering from thyrotoxicosis. Thyrotoxicosis after thyroidectomy, the procedure of removing the thyroid gland, is a rare occurence. Other symptoms of thyrotoxicosis are palpitations, headache, anxiety, weight loss, warm skin, muscle weakness, fatigue, etc. Look for the enlargement in anterior aspect of the neck. Consult your physician for medical management. If the symptoms persists even after medications, opt for surgery with thyroid supplements.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Pradeepraj, General & Family Physician
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What Causes Sweating Profusely Post Thyroid Gland Removal?

Hi, You may be suffering from thyrotoxicosis. Thyrotoxicosis after thyroidectomy, the procedure of removing the thyroid gland, is a rare occurence. Other symptoms of thyrotoxicosis are palpitations, headache, anxiety, weight loss, warm skin, muscle weakness, fatigue, etc. Look for the enlargement in anterior aspect of the neck. Consult your physician for medical management. If the symptoms persists even after medications, opt for surgery with thyroid supplements. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Pradeepraj, General & Family Physician