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2017-04-11 15:31:33
I feel cold when i take shower even in summer.sometimes inspite of not taking shower i feel chills.so turn off the fan even in summer.i dont have fever i always check the temperature.my TSH level is little high its around 8.7..could it be due to high TSH..plz help.
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Yes this is due to Hyperthyroidism. Increased TSH level causes intolerance to cold, increased metabolism, weight loss etc. Easily curable with medication. A course of around 2-3 years. Nothing to be worried about.
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consult an endocrinologist

Answered2017-04-13 05:44:20

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