Patient's question:
Prepare to go to the hospital this weekend for a thyroid deficiency test. I'd like to ask you in advance, is fasting required for the thyroid deficiency test?Doctor's answer:
Middle-aged male, suffering from hypothyroidism. Hypothyroidism is more common in women, and patients may experience symptoms such as cold intolerance, rough skin, and weakened immunity, which are caused by a lack of thyroid hormones in the body or insufficient excretion, leading to endocrine disorders. If thyroid function tests are performed, it is best to draw blood on an empty stomach. It is recommended to regularly retest thyroid function under the guidance of a physician and take medication as prescribed!