Re: lithium + thyroid » floatingbridge

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,
>
> My understanding is that prolonged lithium use can (not will) lead to gradual thyroid failure. I have not heard of thyroxine (sp) used prophylactically.
>
> 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.
>
> fb
Thanks, FB.
I'll ask my doctor about it tomorrow.

- Scott
Some see things as they are and ask why.
I dream of things that never were and ask why not.

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