Question 1

how might the environment of a patient with hyperthyroidism be modified to minimize drain on the body energy ?

Accepted Answer

Avoid heat: The main environmental factor affecting someone with hyperthyroidism would be heat. Anyone with hyperthyroidism should talk to their doctor about avoiding strenuous activity in hot environments, especially if the hyperthyroidism is severe.  Lowering the thermostat might help someone with hyperthyroidism be more comfortable, but has to be balanced with the comfort of others and electricity costs.

Question 2

i was take medicine for hyperthyroidism .
now my tsh,ft3,ft4 levels are normal, but i still have hyperthyroidism symptoms .
i have no energy 
and my body heating more and sweating?

Accepted Answer

See doctor : For a specific medical diagnosis just and treatment you need to see a physician the one who’s treating you for your thyroid would be the best. Sometimes symptoms of thyroid disease can persist for a period of time even after the hormone levels are normal with thyroid replacement treatment

Question 3

can hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism symptoms come and go.. i have been diagnosed with hypothyroidism but feel good with energy at this time and have not yet started meds?

Accepted Answer

: Symptoms do fluctuate from hour to hour, day to day, but that does not mean that a problem like hypothyroidism should be ignored, as over time, dysfunction can magnify if not euthyroid.  Work with an endocrinologist to assure constant stability where you will feel more consistently well.

Question 4

other than levothyroxine, what are other alternatives for hyperthyroidism? it has been 3 years i still have no energy, and insomnia!

Accepted Answer

Some thots: You could consider that thyroid is still not fully regulated, but would doubt that is cause at this point.  Anemia might be a consideration, but you could also, suffer a sleep disorder such as sleep apnea.  You do emphasize fatigue and this does need to be evaluated fully, as several causes.  Discuss with your doctor and plan the next step.

Question 5

what medications does the doctor give a hyperthyroid patient?

Accepted Answer

Hyperthyroid: Hyperthyroidism can be cared for by surgery, or medication depending on the findings on x-ray. Sometimes there is so much thyroid gland to remove that you will have hypothyroidism and need thyroid replacement, Other times medical therapy can be prescribed.
Not a pleasant experience at the beginning but over time you should have no problems.

Question 6

how long a person can take methimazole for hyperthyroidism patient?

Accepted Answer

: Indefinitely or for as long as needed and no significant side effects develop that will prompt adjustments in meds. Many times following treatment for hyperthyroidism, such as surgery for example, many patients become hypothyroid needing lifelong replacement.

Question 7

i wanted to know if chia / pumpkin seeds are good for hyperthyroid patients?

Accepted Answer

Not harmful: There is no significant evidence that either chia or pumpkin seeds are helpful or harmful for those with hyperthyroidism or hypothyroidism for that matter.  They can both be part of a healthy diet(though some may say be careful if you have had bouts of diverticulitis) as long as consumed in moderation.  Particularly pumpkin seeds with their higher fat concentrations.

Question 8

how long will ptu (propylthiouracil) take effects for patient with hyperthyroidism? thanks

Accepted Answer

1-3months: Depending on dose, how frequently you get blood tests to follow-up and adjust dose
recommend monthly lab til stable.

Question 9

what could cause weight loss but normal/good appetite besides hyperthyroid in a young patient?

Accepted Answer

A few things: Age is a factor here. A young person going thru a growth spurt would have increased caloric needs and if these were not met, weight could be lost. On the other hand, if a person increased their activity level this would also increase caloric needs. This again would lead to weight loss if the the new caloric needs were not met. In both cases a person's appetite may increase or stay normal.

Question 10

can hyperthyroid patient recover. what food can help ?

Accepted Answer

Depends on type: There is no evidence that any specific food will be helpful in treating hyperthyroidism.  The first step in treatment is to determine the type of hyperthyroidism; once this is known the patient and physician can decide together whether the best approach is medications, radioactive iodine, surgery, or observation (if the process will resolve on its own).

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I was take medicine for hyperthyroidism . now my tsh,ft3,ft4 levels are normal, but i still have hyperthyroidism symptoms . i have no energy and my body heating more and sweating?

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Can hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism symptoms come and go.. i have been diagnosed with hypothyroidism but feel good with energy at this time and have not yet started meds?

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Other than levothyroxine, what are other alternatives for hyperthyroidism? it has been 3 years i still have no energy, and insomnia!

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What medications does the doctor give a hyperthyroid patient?

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How long a person can take methimazole for hyperthyroidism patient?

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I wanted to know if chia / pumpkin seeds are good for hyperthyroid patients?

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How long will ptu (propylthiouracil) take effects for patient with hyperthyroidism? thanks

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What could cause weight loss but normal/good appetite besides hyperthyroid in a young patient?

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Can hyperthyroid patient recover. what food can help ?

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