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Thyroid Cancer, Nodules & Hyperthyroidism (Expert Forum)
DIZZY FROM ANTI-THYROID DRUGS
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.
DIZZY FROM ANTI-THYROID DRUGS
by DMB2801, Apr 16, 2007 12:00AM
I began Tapazole after I was diagnosed with Graves. Three weeks after taking it I started having lightheadedness. Called Dr. switched to PTU dizziness continued on ptu for 3 1/2 weeks also developed headaches. Went to GP was told its allergies, did not feel better. Developed pain in ears. Went to ENT Dr. was told hearing and ears are fine it is probably thyroid meds. Went to see Endro Thyroid levels are normal, great. Now I am back to Tapazole.(2nd day back) I feel horrible dizziness, burning headache neck and back pain. I feel horrible not myself. Felt great up until that 3 week point with Tapazole. Any imput would help I do not know what to do. I do not want to have RAI because medicine is doing its job, I just feel awful.
Doctor's Answer
by Mark Lupo, M.D., Apr 16, 2007 12:00AM
, Apr 16, 2007 12:00AM
If the dizziness is a side effect from ATD's - which is fortunately uncommon - then the only other options are I-131 or surgery to address the hyperthyroidism.
This is not an allergy, it is a side-effect.
This is not an allergy, it is a side-effect.
I'm just chiming in to let you know that when you decide a permanant decision to consider the surgery. I choose surgery over RAI and have felt so much better it's amazing. Being on replacement can be a success if you educate yourself and know where your levels need to be for you to feel your best. I have much better success being on replacement meds rather than ATD's and did take Tapazole for over 4 years.
When looking for a surgeon look for one that does at least 3-4 thyroidectomies per week. Some trained from the Cleveland Clinic even do minimally invasive which leaves you with a 3/4 inch incision. The surgery is considered outpatiet and you'll be back on your feet in 36 hours or less with only few limitations.
Two plus years post op I have NO regrets in choosing surgery. I felt better in the recovery room as all hyper symptoms were gone and have never been back.