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Thyroid Cancer, Nodules & Hyperthyroidism (Expert Forum)
Thyroidectomy
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.
Thyroidectomy
by TMala, Mar 07, 2006 12:00AM
Dear MD & anyone who has suggestions please HELP
I have had Thyroidectomy approx. 2 years ago and is having a huge problem with fluid retention. I am on .150mg of Synthroid, with many other problems, however the one that drives me crazy is the water retention, I can't seem to mange it, some days I am OK, and some days not. Sometimes I feel like a waterlogged person, I can barely move, everything is very heavy, even my tongue gets swollen, I am taking indapamide 1.25 mg but then my potassium gets low, then I get all kinds of cardiac problems. Right now I am eating large amounts of fresh parsley as a natural diauretic. Has anyone tried something that works, please advise.
I have had Thyroidectomy approx. 2 years ago and is having a huge problem with fluid retention. I am on .150mg of Synthroid, with many other problems, however the one that drives me crazy is the water retention, I can't seem to mange it, some days I am OK, and some days not. Sometimes I feel like a waterlogged person, I can barely move, everything is very heavy, even my tongue gets swollen, I am taking indapamide 1.25 mg but then my potassium gets low, then I get all kinds of cardiac problems. Right now I am eating large amounts of fresh parsley as a natural diauretic. Has anyone tried something that works, please advise.
Doctor's Answer
by Mark Lupo, M.D., Mar 08, 2006 12:00AM
, Mar 08, 2006 12:00AM
It's unlikely the thryoid if the TSH is in range (0.5-2.0 in most cases like yours). Would check liver, kidney, heart and urine -- if normal then diuretics, compression stockings and exercise are the best bet. Check with your internist for direction.
Member Comments (1)
by celene, May 14, 2008 09:29AM
A related discussion, Thyroidectomy and Hormone Replacement was started.
