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Published At August 31, 2022
Reviewed AtAugust 31, 2022

Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I am a 22-year-old woman. For the past three years, I am suffering from thinning of hair and scanty menses which lasts for only two days. My BMI is 17. Also, I was diagnosed with hyperthyroidism. For two months, I took Shatavari Gulam and Rajapravartani, but there was no change. My TSH levels are 0.03 mU/L. So kindly suggest some ayurvedic medicines for the same.

Answered by Dr. Yogesh Chavan

Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I went through the health issues described by you. Hyperthyroidism causes scanty or irregular menses. Hand tremors, feverish feelings, irritability, dry hairs, and intolerance toward heat are also symptoms of hyperthyroidism. Your TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) levels are decreased. This means there may be increased T3 and T4 levels, which leads to hyperthyroidism. Difficulty in weight gain or weight loss is also due to increased thyroid function. You need to adopt a healthy lifestyle. Exercise and medicine will also improve your health. Video consultation is advised for detailed guidance and medicine prescription because the prescription is not allowed without video consultation.

Thank you.

Investigations to be done

Thyroid function test and complete blood count (CBC).

Treatment plan

To regulate function and hormone secretion from the thyroid gland. To adopt a healthy lifestyle to manage thyroid issues. Detoxification of the body to eliminate excess doshas. To increase muscle weight to improve BMI (body mass index) to a healthy category (19 to 24 mU/L).

Preventive measures

Avoid eating bakery products, maida, oily, spicy, and preserved food. Avoid eating fish. Avoid both day and late-night sleeping. Do anulom vilom pranayam for five to ten minutes daily. Include beetroot, spinach, salad, and dates in the diet.

Regarding follow up

Video consultation is advised for detailed guidance and medical prescription.

Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

Dr. Yogesh Chavan
Dr. Yogesh Chavan

Ayurveda Specialist

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