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- 10/05/2022
Why don't people who have diabetes heal early?
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Raised blood sugar can affect the blood vessels cauing in slow movement of nutrients needed for wound to heal, diabetes also affects nerves which reduce one's sensitivity to pain from wound leading to repetitive traumas and lastly, diabetes also makes immune system less effective in fighting the infection.
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View allI'm really worried after getting my wife's TSH test results. Her T3 is 1.15, T4 is 77.2, and TSH is 42.14. But the weird thing is, she doesn't show any obvious symptoms other than having an irregular menstrual cycle a couple of times and sometimes being irritable. I read up a bit online and saw that hypothyroidism usually means the gland is underactive and shrunk, but hers seems inflamed. She hasn't gained or lost weight and isn't experiencing hand tremors, but she does get tired during the day and has had mood swings recently. I'm trying to make sense of this is it definitely thyroid-related even though her T3 and T4 are normal? Could it be thyroiditis or maybe subclinical thyroid issues? I'd really appreciate some guidance on what might be going on, its root cause and if its treatable. Also, is this something urgent? We're in a pretty remote area, so I'm a bit concerned.
Your wife may be experiencing subclinical hypothyroidism. This means that while her T3 and T4 levels are within normal range, her TSH level is elevated, indicating that her thyroid gland is not producing enough thyroid hormone. The inflammation you mentioned could be indicative of thyroiditis, which is inflammation of the thyroid gland. To treat subclinical hypothyroidism, the common medication prescribed is Levothyroxine with dosage adjustments made based on individual response. It is important to follow up with regular blood tests to monitor thyroid function and adjust the dosage as needed. Given that your wife is experiencing symptoms such as tiredness, mood swings, and irregular menstrual cycles, it is advisable to consult with a healthcare professional for a proper evaluation and treatment plan. While it may not be an emergency, addressing thyroid issues is important for overall health and well-being.
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I've been on Thyronorm 25 mcg for the past two years, but I recently had a couple of lab tests. The first one was 20 days ago, and I hadn't taken my morning dose thenit showed a level of 4.8. Yesterday, I took the test after having my morning dose, and the level was 2.6. Do you think I should consider reducing my dosage?
Based on the lab results, it appears that your thyroid levels have improved after taking your morning dose. The lower value (2.6) suggests that the current dosage may be appropriate. However, I recommend discussing this with your healthcare provider to determine if a dosage adjustment is necessary, as they can assess your overall health and treatment response more accurately.
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I recently received my TSH test results, and they came back as 13.4 uIUml. I'm a bit concerned about this. Could you tell me how much thyronorm I should be taking daily? Right now, I'm on 75mg.
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