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During my pregnancy I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism and for 2 years I have been taking thyronorm 50mcg.recently I gave thyroid test without taking the morning dose for 4 days continuously. The results came out normal.Should I continue taking the tablets or reduce the dosage or should I stop? Recently I don't feel any notable symptoms
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You should continue.
The reports are normal as you’re taking the medication.
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You can reduce the dose to 25 mcg,but don't stop it.
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check for thyroid antibodies
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watch for any nodule ( localised swelling), change in voice, difficulty in swallowing, breathing problems visit an ENT if you have any.
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Dr. Ankit Mishra
ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist
9 yrs exp
Bhopal
Talk to a gynecologist regarding this. Pregnancy increases thyroid hormone demand so some females need thyroxine during pregnancy, which may not be required later on. So consult your gynecologist to understand better
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Dr. Saiyad Saif Naziruddin
ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist
7 yrs exp
Raichur
Reduce the dose to 25mcg
Repeat the test after a month...
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Dr. Shaily Mody
ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist
6 yrs exp
Mumbai
Reduce dose to 25mcg thyronorm and do repeat thyroid function test after 6 weeks
Do not suddenly stop medication
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