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    Dramatic increase in symptoms over past two weeks, advice please

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    Hello, I am after any advice possible please.

    I have been diagnosed with Hashimoto's and PCOS. I am currently on Diabex, Lovan, Seroquel, Nexium, and Implanon.

    Over the past two weeks or so I have noticed dramatic changes in a few symptoms. My hair is falling out moreso than ever before. Have gone from a thick full head of hair to barely enough to put in a pony tail. I am having extreme acne breakouts all over my body that are not responding to any over the counter treatments. I am having difficulty sleeping and am lucky to get 5 hours a night. My exhaustion is terrible and if i just stay in the one spot for too long I'll fall asleep - even when sitting up. I have constant ‘brain fog’ and have difficulty clearing it. Appitite and thirst have increased. Very scared. Please help if possible.
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    it is important that you speak with your Dr. about your symptoms. Your are taking drug combinations that could certainly cause you to feel exhausted and feel like your head is foggy, especially if the doses have been increased recently.
    Some people with Hasimoto's disease have an underactive thyroid gland. Some of the symptoms can be.

    • fatigue
    • weight gain
    • cold intolerance
    • joint and muscle pain
    • constipation
    • Dry, thinning hair
    • heavy or irregular menstrual periods and impaired fertility
    • depression
    • a slowed heart rate
    This is a complex issue and your really need to speak with your Dr. or specialist
    .Brenda
    Women’s Health Educator
    Health Information Line, Women’s Health Queensland Wide

    Women living in Queensland can also call our Health Information Line - a free information and referral service for Queensland women - on 3839 9988 or 1800 017 676 (toll free outside Brisbane).

    Please note that all health information provided by Women’s Health Queensland Wide is subject to this disclaimer

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    Thank you for that.

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  • KimberleyDiana

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    I spoke to my doctor, we did the blood tests and I was told as my levels were all in range that I had to learn to live with it. Saw my specialist and was told a similar thing. Have now resorted to learning to live like this.

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