Is itching normal?

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I'm back!
I am feeling a bit better, I think I getting used to the beta blockers.  I still don't feel great, but better than before.  I have a new symptom, itching.  Is this normal?  It's annoying!
I go back to the doc on Thursday for an ultrasound, I'm not leaving that office till I get an answer and some kind of treatment!

redheadaussie · Accepted Answer

I know years ago when I was undiagnosed thyroid but suspected it, I had horrendous itching. I thought it was from drinking my evening glass of port wine, so gave it up. No change after a month. Tried using different soaps/detergents/shampoos etc....still happened. I now know that it was the start of my Hashimoto and journey into thyroid disease. I have learned since then I am super sensitive to anything and eczema is part of it too. Provided I use everything natural/organic/sans chemicals then I am ok. 

  Have you had thyroid antibodies checked?

SassySharon · Answer

Me too.  I use the medical gold bond and it is awesome!! It is a symptom of mine!! Dry skin and itching!!  Yuk.  My skin looks like snake skin unless I  use my lotion.  Like FTB4 said, the wet skin is the best way to apply.               -sass-

FTB4 · Answer

I don't know if it is normal , but it is a symptom that I have on and off, I don't know if it is caused by the Dry Skin symptom of Hypothyroid or not, but is a good possibility. I tried several different lotions, the one that I found works best for me is Lubriderm, all lotions work best if applied on the wet skin after a shower, without drying with a towel, and allow to air dry, this captures the moisture from the shower. Another that seems effective if it becomes bothersome at night, is to take 1/2 of a Benadryl Allergy pill, they are only 25mg
and half is a small dose, but does help stop the itch.   Good Luck FTB4

Is itching normal?

TSH .397 and FreeT4 2.04 Getting glucose under control.

What further tests would be helpful for determination?

Should I be on Thyroid Meds

Do i question my doctors treatment plan

TSH .397 and FreeT4 2.04 Getting glucose under control.

What further tests would be helpful for determination?

Should I be on Thyroid Meds

Do i question my doctors treatment plan

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