About Hypothyroidism
Hypothyroidism means the thyroid gland is underactive and produces less thyroid hormone than needed.
Hypothyroidism symptoms
- fatigue
- weight gain
- cold intolerance
- constipation
- dry skin
- hair fall
Common causes of Hypothyroidism
- Hashimoto disease
- iodine issues
- thyroid surgery
- medicines
Hypothyroidism treatment options
- Consult a doctor for dose adjustment, pregnancy, very high TSH, severe weakness, or heart disease.
Safe home care for Hypothyroidism
- take medicine as prescribed
- take levothyroxine correctly
- regular TSH monitoring
Emergency signs for Hypothyroidism
- difficulty breathing
- chest pain
- confusion or fainting
- severe dehydration
- blood in vomit, stool, urine, or sputum
- severe abdominal pain
- high fever that does not improve
- symptoms in pregnancy, infants, elderly patients, or immunocompromised patients
Medicines related to Hypothyroidism
Ask a qualified doctor or pharmacist before using medicines for Hypothyroidism.
Lab tests for Hypothyroidism
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Vitamin D
Vitamin D level.
From Rs. 2,880
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Thyroid Profile
TSH, T3 and T4 thyroid function panel.
From Rs. 2,250
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Lipid Profile
Cholesterol, triglycerides, HDL, LDL and risk ratios.
From Rs. 1,620
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Liver Function Test (LFT)
ALT, AST, bilirubin, ALP, GGT and protein profile.
From Rs. 1,440
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HbA1c
Three month average blood sugar control.
From Rs. 1,080
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Complete Blood Count (CBC)
CBC, hemoglobin, WBC, platelets and blood indices.
From Rs. 449