A member asked:

My wife has been on synthroid for 9 days. all her bloods tests were normal range med was a trial to treat fatigue and weight gain. she has some thyroid cysts. she is extremely fatigued on med. is it ok for her to stop it?

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Dr. Richard Zimon answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Yes: however A REDUCED strength could work out! Contact your prescribing health provider Hope this helps! Dr Z

Answered 12/21/2019

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Agree with Dr. Z: She may stop it but should contact her doctor at the earliest for a re-evaluation. Have a healthy diet, exercise 30 minutes/day, drink plenty of water, have safe sex, no tobacco alcohol weed or street drugs. For nutrition: http://www.choosemyplate.gov/.

Answered 12/21/2019

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