Hypothyroidism and Weight issue

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Asked for Male, 32 Years

I am 5'4" and 100 kg. I was diagnosed with Hypothyroidism in 2002 with TSH above 20. After taking 50 mcg Eltroxin it came down to 9.5 in 2009. Then 100 mcg Eltroxin I took and now my TSH is 1.46 in 2017. How much Eltroxin should I take ? Also my weight is not reducing. What to do ?

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Dr. Sudeep Putta Manohar Endocrinologist 25 yrs exp Bangalore · Accepted Answer

Dr. Sudeep Putta Manohar

Endocrinologist 25 yrs exp Bangalore

Continue same dose of thyroxine Eat healthy and exercise regularly. Your current weight gain is not because of thyroid as it’s normal on treatment

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