- male
- 50 Years
- 10/05/2022
What is a sugar patient called?
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Diabetic
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Consult a Endocrinologist
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View allI've been prescribed SHELCAL D tablets, and I'm just wondering how effective they really are. I know my bones are pretty weak and my vitamin D level is 18.5. How long should I be taking this medication, and are there any side effects I should be aware of?
Its good.. but probably you need to take for life unless you dont decide to take proper balance diet and sun exposure.
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I'm a little concerned about my wife's health. Her recent test results show a high TSH value of 17.32, and while she's been struggling with being overweight, she doesn't have any other issues. Should we be worried about this result, and what might it mean for her thyroid function?
A TSH value of 17.32 is significantly elevated, indicating hypothyroidism, a condition where the thyroid gland doesn't produce enough thyroid hormones; being overweight can be both a cause and a consequence of hypothyroidism;
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What are the best foods to heal the thyroid?
Roasted seaweed are naturally rich in iodine, a trace element needed for normal thyroid function. Brazil nuts, macadamia nuts, and hazelnuts are excellent sources of selenium, which helps support healthy thyroid function. Baked fish, frozen yogurt, fresh eggs are also good.
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