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Thyroid Cancer, Nodules & Hyperthyroidism (Expert Forum)
Is there a link between Hashimoto and Chronic Urticaria????
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.
Is there a link between Hashimoto and Chronic Urticaria????
by kdcdcd2, Oct 07, 2008 02:15PM
Back in 1994 I was diagnosed with Hashimotos and was told that it would turn into Hypothroid...so I have been taking Synthroid since. Well in April of this year I started breaking out in hives everywhere..so I saw a Dermatologist who said that the hives are urticaria and to see an Allergist. So I saw an Allergist who has determined that the hives are not caused by an allergy and wants to run blood work to determine if there is an autoimmune problem causing the hives. The Dermatologist says this is a waste of time because of the Hashimotos and to accept the fact that I won't be able find the true reason for the hives. In the meantime I am still breaking out even with the Allegra, Zantac and the Hydroxyzine I am taking. So with all this said should I have the blood work done, or should I see an Endo or is there a link between the two??? Can you please give me some insight?? I am frustrated.
Thank You
kdcdcd2
Thank You
kdcdcd2
Doctor's Answer
by Mark Lupo, M.D., Oct 07, 2008 07:04PM
, Oct 07, 2008 07:04PM
Yes - urticaria can be linked and keeping TSH in the low normal range may help (0.3-1.0) -- else, no suggestions from a thyroid standpoint.
Member Comments (2)
by mlr3475080, Nov 03, 2008 10:18AM
I have a little more insight for you...get the tests, see an endo, and get an ultrasound of your thyroid. Ive had urticaria for 3 years. Allergist didnt even check for autoimmune disease. After years of symptoms and blood work normal, they have found 2 nodules and goiter on thyroid. Definate link.
