im taking synthroid0.1 mg because my throid is very low what more can i do to help get it up
2007-03-01 12:19:59 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Other - Health
Usually once you are hypothyroid, you have to take thyroid meds for life. The important part of this is that you feel well on your current treatment. If you don't, then its up to you to look into why. There are many reasons why one doesn't feel well when hypothyroid. They could be undermedicated because of the TSH test or they could be on the wrong thyroid medication.
Below are some thyroid links. Learn more about the condition, as thos is how you will feel better
2007-03-01 13:53:16 · answer #1 · answered by DNA 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
As a healthcare provider I can tell you that there is not really anything you can do. If your thyroid is not functioning as normal it is not going to get better. You will need to take Synthroid the rest of your life. The amount of medication you need can change, so you will need regular blood tests to be sure you are getting the right dose. Your thyroid hormone levels are involved in quite a few functions in your body, so be sure to take your medicine (always on an empty stomach) and get your blood tested regularly.
2007-03-01 20:43:12 · answer #2 · answered by tlbrown42000 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to be tested regularly until your TSH gets normalized and stay on that amount of synthroid to keep symptoms away. You need to be on meds your entire life, there is nothing else you can do to help your thyroid.
2007-03-03 19:40:20 · answer #3 · answered by laineyette 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Be sure that you are using iodized salt. Eat a good well balanced diet,(plenty of fresh vegetables and fruits, low fat, sea food, chicken and other meats,whole grain products, milk) exercise, get the right amount of sleep.Cut caffeine,walk in the fresh air.
2007-03-01 20:53:53 · answer #4 · answered by science teacher 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋