Can you die from underactive thyroid?
I was diagnosed with an underactive thyroid a few months ago and am taking medication. I'm wondering how serious this condition can become; can you die from an underactive thyroid?
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4 months ago
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I was diagnosed with severe hypothyroidism last year because I was feeling constantly cold and depressed. Honestly, you won't die from it. Once you start taking your daily thyroxine hormone tablet on an empty stomach, you'll start feeling like yourself again very soon.
7 months ago
I thought my sudden weight gain and lethargy was just because of age, and ignored it for two years. When I finally got tested, my TSH was incredibly high. Don't wait like I did—get a simple blood test done and start treatment.
7 months ago
No, it's not fatal at all. Just make sure to take your thyroid medicine regularly on an empty stomach and do your blood tests every 6 months.
7 months ago
While standard hypothyroidism isn't fatal, leaving it completely untreated for many years can rarely lead to a serious medical emergency called myxedema coma. Go to a good endocrinologist, get your TSH levels checked, and take the correct dosage.
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5 months ago
Beta, an underactive thyroid is very common nowadays and not something deadly. Follow your doctor's medicine strictly. For general strength, you can have a healthy home diet with some soaked walnuts, but never stop your thyroid tablet.
5 months ago
I ignored my underactive thyroid symptoms for a long time and my cholesterol levels shot up, and I developed severe fatigue and heart palpitations. It can lead to complications if neglected. Please see a doctor and get your dosage adjusted on time.