There is no way to prevent hypothyroidism, and there is no cure. However, with recognition and treatment, low levels of thyroid hormone can be replaced to normal levels in the body. To accomplish this, most people with hypothyroidism have to take the oral thyroid hormone replacement medication called levothyroxine for the rest of their lives.
Medication therapy is monitored closely with blood tests for several months after beginning treatment to ensure that a person is getting just the right amount of the drug. Ideal doses vary between different people. If the dose of thyroid replacement medication is too small for an individual, it will not adequately replace thyroid hormone in the body. If the dose is too high, it may result in side effects and a potentially serious condition called hyperthyroidism.
Once a safe and effective dose has been established, it is then generally monitored yearly or more frequently if symptoms reappear or side effects develop. It is very important not to skip or change doses of your medication without consulting with your physician or licensed health care provider.
Treatment of the life-threatening complication of myxedema coma may require intravenous thyroid hormone replacement medication and steroids and intensive monitoring in a critical care unit.
The list of treatments mentioned in various sources for Hypothyroidism includes the following list. Always seek professional medical advice about any treatment or change in treatment plans.
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