Patient's question:
It has been over a month since the last check-up for hyperthyroidism, and the doctor said to come back in a month for a follow-up.Hello, if I go for a blood test tomorrow for the hyperthyroidism follow-up, I won’t be able to go to the hospital to pick up the results for the doctor to see for the next one and a half months. So, should I go for the blood test tomorrow, or wait another one and a half months to do it? If I go for a blood test tomorrow and then come back for another test after one and a half months for a follow-up, does that mean the blood test I take tomorrow is pointless?
Doctor's answer:
This is meaningful. Hyperthyroidism is an endocrine system disease that is chronic, caused by the phenomenon of hyperthyroidism due to the overactivity of the thyroid gland. Currently, hyperthyroidism cannot heal on its own, and only symptomatic treatment is possible. Hyperthyroidism can lead to a significant decrease in the basal metabolic rate and the levels of T3 and T4 in the serum. For hyperthyroidism symptoms, regular check-ups are very necessary. The diet should be light and low in irritants. Avoid overeating at dinner and do not take a nap until the food has been digested. Otherwise, it will enhance the discomfort in the stomach.