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Thyroid Cancer, Nodules & Hyperthyroidism (Expert Forum)
Always thirsty, but it's not diabetes
Answered by
Mark Lupo, M.D. - Thyroid Nodules, Thyroid Cancer, hyperthyroidism, hypothyroidism, Thyroid Ultrasound
Thyroid & Endocrine Center of Florida
Sarasota - FL
Questions in the Thyroid forum are answered by Mark Lupo, MD. Topics covered include Goiter, Graves Disease, Hyperthyroid, Parathyroid/Calcium Problems, Thyroid Cancer, Thyroid Nodules/Cysts, Thyroiditis, Thyroid & Pregnancy, Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH), Thyroid Tests, and Thyroid Surgery.
Always thirsty, but it's not diabetes
by Sunshine_67, Oct 31, 2009 04:07PM
My thyroid levels have been too low for a long time because I can't find a decent doctor. The last several months I have a new symptom, my throat is constantly dry, as are my nose and eyes. I drink water all the time, but my throat is still very dry and I feel like I could pass out, like I'm severely dehydrated. My mouth isn't dry though, that has plenty of saliva. Is this all thyroid related. I've been hypothyroid with Hashi's and undertreated for over a year.
I don't have diabetes. I've been tested. I am hypoglycemic though.
I don't have diabetes. I've been tested. I am hypoglycemic though.
Doctor's Answer
by Mark Lupo, M.D., Oct 31, 2009 04:30PM
, Oct 31, 2009 04:30PM
This is not likely thyroid related - would make sure the TSH is in target range on medication (if you have hypothyroid like you suggested) -- goal TSH: 0.3-2.5
Member Comments (3)
by Sunshine_67, Oct 31, 2009 04:32PM
If it's not thyroid related, what do you think it could be?
by dawnangela, Nov 02, 2009 04:12PM
To: Sunshine_67
Could be related as in maybe a goiter which can interfere with breathing causing a dry throat, i had a dry throat for months till my meds were worked out...
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