Generally, the outlook forhypothyroidismis good with proper medical treatment, particularly if it is started early.
However, medication must be continued throughout life.
Therefore, a deficiency may impact your ability to stay warm or maintain energy.
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Other common symptoms you might experience include constipation, slight weight gain, and muscle cramps or weakness.
Hypothyroidism Prognosis
There is no cure for hypothyroidism.
Treatment requires lifelong medication and lifestyle modifications.
The prognosis for hypothyroidism is generally good when medication is started early.
If untreated, hypothyroidism carries a highmorbidity (illness) and mortalityrate.
Hypothyroidism may induce or exacerbate cardiovascular problems.
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Complications of Hypothyroidism
Complications of hypothyroidism usually develop as a result of a lack of treatment.
Myxedema coma is the most severe complication of hypothyroidism.
Treatment requires that you replace the thyroid hormone you are missing.
T4 makes up the majority of the thyroid hormone in your bloodabout 95%.
If you are low in T3, your healthcare provider may prescribe liothyronine, a synthetic version of T3.
There is no standard dosage of thyroid hormone.
Levothyroxinethe most commonly prescribed form of TRTcomes in tablets of varying dosages that are taken by mouth.
It is important to take the exact amount prescribed.
Taking too much may result in symptoms of hyperthyroidism.
Summary
The prognosis for hypothyroidism is generally good when medication is started early.
However, untreated hypothyroidism carries high risk of medical complications, including coma and death.
Hypothyroidism can be treated by replacing thyroid hormone via oral medication.
If you do not, seek immediate medical attention from your healthcare provider.
Hypothyroidism is generally non-life threatening with treatment.
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