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Swollen thyroid gland

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nicola_32061
nicola_32061

I am on medication for under active thyroid and I have all the symptoms of a goitre any one else have had the sAme

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  • MtViewCatherine
    MtViewCatherine nicola_32061

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    Hi Nicola, did you notice a lump on your throats prior to starting the medication?

    Hypothyroidism can cause thyroid cysts and goiter.  However, if you look at the side effects of levothyroxin, it has many side effects, including goiter. 

    If you look here, it has goiter listed as the first side effect: http://www.rxlist.com/levothyroxine-sodium-side-effects-drug-center.htm

    • nicola_32061
      nicola_32061 MtViewCatherine

      Posted

      Hi I have been on under active thyroid medication for years and now feel now got symptins of a goiter checking my bloods then maybe a scan in the neck x
    • MtViewCatherine
      MtViewCatherine nicola_32061

      Posted

      Hi Nicola, good that you're checking blood work. Unfortunately, the blood tests don't always show indications of a goiter, so it's best to also get a scan.

      I also urge you to read all the side effects of your medication, as it's extremely difficult to determine wether your dose is incorrect, or whether your medication is causing additional symptoms, as many thyroid medication side effects are hypothyroid symptoms. 

      Its really important to make sure your meds are dosed correctly, and that you have medication that works for you, as not all meds work for everyone. 

    • nicola_32061
      nicola_32061 MtViewCatherine

      Posted

      Hi put another post up , but my blood tests all good but still coughing and breathing not normal waiting for the scan now . The doctor did give me antibiotics but not made any difference I worse if anything 
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