Posted by SLS on April 6, 2011, at 5:32:36
In reply to lithium + thyroid » SLS, posted by floatingbridge on April 5, 2011, at 11:57:02
> Scott,
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> My understanding is that prolonged lithium use can (not will) lead to gradual thyroid failure. I have not heard of thyroxine (sp) used prophylactically.
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> In my case, pdoc was very cautious adding lithium and wanted my thyroid tested every 6-8 weeks. Thyroid issues and lithium use are considered contraindicated.
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> fbThanks, FB.
I'll ask my doctor about it tomorrow.
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