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2026-04-03 12:31:52
Having thyroid problems ,taking medicine ( 75 mg )  regularly in the morning empty stomach from 2007 .T3 T4 is normal but TSH is 68.3 mU/L. Weight never increases more than 40 kg ,always taking proper diet ,How to  control TSH LEVEL and also how to increase weight? Thanks in advance
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You are taking medicine for >10 years with no much improvement . Try taking thyronorm 100mcg, repeat thyroid function tests after 3 months. Get blood sugar done and share results. Take protein rich diet, exercise regularly. Consult online with details.

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Go for thyroid profile. Consult superspecialist like endocrinologist to adjust the dose. U r lucky that your  weight is  maintain. I m a known case of hypothyroidism since the age of 36 now i m 70+,on thyroxine 100 mcg with calcium.  But my weight gain  is there.

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your medication dose needs adjustment consult your doctor for dose revision. Once TSH is controlled, weight will improve. proper medication timing empty stomach, no food for 45 mins.

Answered2026-04-04 16:13:58

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You need to adjust your dose of thyronorm and consult with your concerned doctor about it.

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Kindly visit Endocrinologist .

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Need to increase Thyronorm dose And get anti tpo test done

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Need a few more details please consult for further evaluation and treatment

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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management

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Your TSH level is raised . Please get your thyroid profile repeated TSH level , free T3 and free T4. Consult physician and get your medicine dose adjusted .

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