Hyperthyroidism Support Group
Hyperthyroidism (or "overactive thyroid gland") is the clinical syndrome featuring weight loss (often accompanied by a ravenous appetite), fatigue, weakness, hyperactivity, irritability, apathy, depression, polyuria, and sweating. Additional symptoms may include palpitations and arrhythmias (notably atrial fibrillation), dyspnea, loss of libido, nausea, vomiting, and...
I am starting Topezol today or tomorrow (whenever I can pick up the script lol) Any advice/problems/recommendations for me?
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Oh one more thing, Will this ugly goiter ever go away???
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they say that you should not stay on Tapazole longer than 2 years. I went in for hip surgery in january after being on Tap for 2 1/2 yrs -- terrible complications when my bone marrow [compromised by the Tap] would not produce enough blood cells to stop the bleeding. Take seriously the time restriction.
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Hi Just thought Id let you know that there are NO studies showing lifelong use of TApozle harmful. Endos say u shouoldnt stay on it for more than 2yrs b/c they prefer RAI as a their treatment choice. It can take much longer tthan 2yrs to achieve remission with tapozole. As for the goiter my endo said it doesnt shrink much with Tapozole but Ive heard some ppl say the they had gotten relief through accupunture. Hope this helps Good luck
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