I have developed a sore swollen tongue with small ulcers on the tip and underneath ( on each side on the same place ) slight crack down centre, I am wondering if this as anything to do with hypothyroid, or levothyroxine. Has anyone else had this? If so any advice appreciated.
I first thought this was caused by a new toothpaste but ive stopped using it for 4 days now and tongue not improving, im using a mild herbal mouthwash but its not helping.
I am still taking just 25mcg levothyroxine a day as i have not yet got the courage or energy to go back to gp to ask for increase as he refused last time - i think i ought to sign up to a new gp, will try to get the energy to do that tomorrow.
ive been on 25mcg since June - my previous post has info.
Written by
MrsClanger
To view profiles and participate in discussions please or .
When I had a sore red tongue a few years ago with ulcers my GP done some blood tests and it was found that i was very anaemic. I was given supplements and B12 injections which I am still on. I think you should go back to your GP and have some bloods done. You will also feel very tired and lethargic if you have anaemia. I hope that helps you and stay well.
Thank you, i will phone and ask for the tests tomorrow. Do you know if levothyroxine causes malabsorption ? as my eyes are looking unhealthy since ive started taking it too.
I am afraid i dont know the answer to that one, but I am sure there are others on here that would be able to tell you more. I had some side affects with some brands of thyroxine but had to try different one's until I found the one I could tolerate. If you are very tired, run down and fatigued it will show in your face and especially your eyes. You are on a pretty low does of levothyroxine so I think a good chat with your GP is required and further tests to test your hormone levels etc. Best of luck and take care.
Interesting what you have replied norwood1, I too have suffered with ulcers and red tongue like MrsClanger, I am on B12 injections too, was wondering why supplements you take? There are all kinds of anaemia, did your G.P. tell you what kind you have?
I am always confused with folate and B12, I thought if you have B12 injections your folate will then be ok? I presume mine is Pernicious as well, like you I take a multitude of supps'. Have given them all a rest for a while to see if I feel any better for it, just taking a daily Pro greens drink that contains grasses and all manner of things. So far don't feel too bad.
I'll try again. I Lost the previous reply I'd started. That sounds really uncomfortable. I remember reading about 40 years ago in a book by Adelle Davis, which said that Pantothenic acid deficiency could be the cause. Try this link to see if it might be of help to you:
Content on HealthUnlocked does not replace the relationship between you and doctors or other healthcare professionals nor the advice you receive from them.
Never delay seeking advice or dialling emergency services because of something that you have read on HealthUnlocked.
Burnt tongue sensation 
Swollen tongue worse since starting thyroxine. 
Numb face, tongue & jaw?
