A member asked:

I am hypothyroid and i've had severe body sores that won't go away for four years. what can i do?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Dr. David Geffner answered

Specializes in Endocrinology

See a dermatologist: To find out why you have the sores. They are probably not due to the thyroid if you are on treatment.

Answered 10/14/2012

5.5k views

Thank
Dr. Su Fairchild answered

Specializes in Integrative Medicine

Armour: Hypothyroidism can slow healing. Treat hypothyroidism with Armour Thyroid and consider zinc picolinate supplementation. Also vit c and magnesium.

Answered 6/24/2014

5.5k views

Thank

Related Questions

Sponsored Content
HealthTap Medical Group does not endorse products or services. Sponsored content revenues support our mission to make health information free and accessible to all.Learn more