Patient's question:
Because of a certain illness, I have been unable to stop taking medication for a long time. Due to the medication, my endocrine system has become problematic, and now I want to stop taking the medication and regulate my body. Could you please tell me the general symptoms of hypothyroidism and thyroiditis?Doctor's answer:
Acute thyroiditis with initial hypothyroidism symptoms in women include excessive menstruation, prolonged amenorrhea, and infertility; in men, symptoms include impotence and decreased libido. In some cases, patients may experience galactorrhea and secondary pituitary enlargement. It is recommended not to consume spicy foods and to rest after taking medication.This condition is often caused by pyogenic bacterial infection and is characterized by high fever, severe pain, swelling, fluctuation, redness of the affected area, and increased pain when extending the neck or swallowing.