What symptons are caused by an underactive thyroid? Could swelling of the throat be the thyroid gland?
Currently on thyroid meds but having lots of symptoms like no energy, swelling on the right side of the throat, pain and weakness of the legs, edema. Does this sound like thyroid troubles?
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Filed under: Symptoms Of Underactive Thyroid
Yes. youir’e having symptoms of Hypothyroidism. The dose of Throxine is low and cannot be increased very fast. Hang in there it will take time for the drug to work and later on the doctor will gradualy increase the dose. (Every three weeks).
Symptoms of underactive thyroid are feeling weak, dry skin, depressed mood, lack of energy, constipation, cold intolerance, adding weight etc.