Sun intolerance

[cynthia25]

Does levothryroxine cause sun intolerance?

[Barb135]

Medications can affect us all differently; I'd suggest that you see a dermatologist; they may be able to do tests to find out for sure.  Or try switching to a different medication.  Have you tried Tirosint?  

[cynthia25]

Thanks for your answer.  I too have been on levothyroxine for several years and my last levels were normal.  However, every time I am exposed to the sun, I break out in a rash in exposed areas like arms, face and legs.  A doctor I saw recently told me that it could be related to the levothyroxine.  He has seen similar reactions in others.  So, ???

[Barb135]

I don't think so; I've been on various forms of levo for several years and spend a lot of time in the sun, but never had a problem.

I do  have a good friend who is allergic to the sun - breaks out in horrible rash whenever her skin is exposed for more than a few minutes.

Any other symptoms?  Could you still be hypo?  

What are your latest thyroid hormone levels?