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A member asked:
Someone posted " is hypothyroidism curable" a dr stated that it is if you continue taking meds . so if a cure meant taking meds for life that can't me curable just regulated. doesn't cure mean heal?
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Management vs cure: If a thyroid isn't working right, and replacement thyroid medicine is needed, it usually is needed for life. You are right, this doesn't cure the problem it treats it, and the proper management with medications leads to normal health and function.
Answered 12/9/2013
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Maybe: It really depends on the reason why one is hypothyroid. If it is due to environmental toxicicity, such as heavy metals or endocrine disrupters, avoiding exposure and decreasing toxic load may help and your thyroid may recover in time. But it is not easy, and you need a skilled doctor to help you.
Answered 9/8/2013
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What are the medications used to treat hypothyroidism? Should it be stopped after thyroid levels are normal or continued for life. Can it be cured
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Am hypothyroid. Take med in morning. Can i switch to bedtime? Just read should not be taking med and having coffee within an hour. Thank you.
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