Patient's question:
Is hypothyroidism in newborns life-threatening?Doctor's answer:
Hello, friend. One aftereffect of I-131 treatment for hyperthyroidism is the possibility of developing hypothyroidism (if the dosage of I-131 is not adjusted properly, it can cause permanent hypothyroidism). Damaged thyroid tissue cannot recover its ability to produce thyroid hormones, which are essential hormones for the human body. If hypothyroidism develops, thyroid hormone supplementation must be taken, making the treatment more challenging. The probability of developing permanent hypothyroidism varies by country and report, with estimates around 50%. Many patients believe that I-131 can treat hyperthyroidism, but in our outpatient clinic, many hypothyroid patients have actually developed hypothyroidism as a result of excessive I-131 treatment from hyperthyroidism, and it is impossible to completely cure hyperthyroidism with I-131. Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) treats the root cause of the disease, and many hyperthyroid patients have been ultimately cured through TCM syndrome differentiation and treatment. It is now best to switch to TCM regulation, and TCM treatment for this condition.