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EPISODE · Jan 5, 2024 · 26 MIN

The Best Thyroid Treatment Option for an Underactive Thyroid Gland

from W.O.W. MD - Your Wellness Optimizing Warrior

Let's talk about personalized thyroid dysfunction treatment. We're going to explore the various medication options available for those with hypothyroidism, and how customization of treatment can lead to significantly better health outcomes. Whether you have no functioning thyroid tissue or some residual function, we're here to discuss the importance of vigilant medication management tailored to your unique needs. The default treatment that doctors provide is T4-only therapy, but that might not be sufficient for everyone. Understanding the need for T3 inclusion in your treatment can be a game changer for many. It's essential to have open conversations with your healthcare providers about the best personalized treatment options for you. Don't settle for anything less than feeling your absolute best. There are plenty of potential benefits of adding T3 to improve patient well-being. It's crucial to recognize the role of compounded medications in providing tailored dosages, and why some patients may fare better with a combination of T4 and T3. Be sure to find a physician who is willing to adjust your treatment plan to achieve optimal wellness. A single type of therapy is not optimal for everyone. There's a minority of patients that are treated only with T3 therapy. Those people are rare cases, as they are only able to tolerate T3 therapy. T4 does not work for them at all, and it can make them feel terrible, despite being fine on T3. Coming back to the question of which therapy for thyroid is the best, you'll hear in the episode that the answer is very simple. Of course, figuring it out might take a little trial and error at the beginning. If you have been taking medication that you feel is not useful, and your doctor is not willing to change it, then it's time to change physicians.   Connect with Dr. Cernaianu https://www.herabeautyandwellness.com/ https://www.instagram.com/herabeautyandwellness/ https://www.facebook.com/people/Hera-Healthcare-Mirela-Cernaianu-MD/100063462643162/

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