I'm on Nature Throid , 1 grain x 3 a day- bought from a UK pharmacy- Have done well on it for 2 years now - However, I am getting hair loss, still upper arm weakness ( maybe as bad as when on levothyroixine, severe muscle pain in upper arms, with noticeable puffiness, there. Also, I get a bit starey into space - which I find hard to snap out of even when driving lately & PM. slump ? I've just stopped taking Pregnenalone (as I read it can cause hair loss & also, Selenium as I read that can also cause hair loss) I'd appreciate some help please?
medichecks say: Doctor's Overview
Thank you for providing your medical history and monitoring your health with medichecks.
I understand you are taking this test to review your thyroid function on nature throid and following an AIP lifestyle. I note you are still
experiencing symptoms which include weakness and hair loss.
Your thyroid stimulating is low whilst your free thyroxine and T3 are normal. This suggests that your thyroid dose may be too high. As
this is not in keeping with your symptoms, I advise discussing this result with your doctor who can advise on the appropriate dose.
Having very low levels of thyroid stimulating hormone for several years has been associated with the development of osteoporosis. I
recommend discussing your risk with your GP as you may benefit from a bone density scan to monitor for the development of
osteoporosis.
Your CRP level has improved but it is still high. This may indicate increased inflammation and/or infection within the body. If you are
experiencing pain, fever or other symptoms that suggest infection or inflammation then I recommend that you discuss this further with
your GP. If you are otherwise well, I advise discussing this with your GP as this type of CRP can also indicate future risk of
cardiovascular disease, therefore you may want to review your other risk factors such as blood pressure, cholesterol, diet and
exercise levels.
Your iron, folate, vitamin B12 and vitamin D levels are healthy.
I hope you have found this information helpful.