Primary Hypothyroidism
Thyroid Disorders Bindu Sree•Gender: Female•Age: 38 years (Adult)• Chronicity: 5 years
Presenting Complaints & History
- Chronic fatigue and extreme weakness
- Unexplained weight gain (10 kg) with fluid retention
- Severe sensitivity to cold environment
- Dry skin and hair thinning
Clinical Assessment
A 38-year-old school teacher from Thrissur suffering from primary hypothyroidism. Took levothyroxine (75 mcg) daily, but still experienced persistent fatigue, weight gain, and muscle cramps. Desired homeopathic treatment to regulate thyroid function naturally.
Diagnostic Investigations: Initial Thyroid Profile: TSH: 8.4 mIU/L, Free T3/T4 borderline low. TPO antibodies positive (Hashimoto's).
Homeopathic Therapeutics & Management
Calcarea Carbonica was chosen for its constitutional fit (chilly, fat, sweating easily, fatiguable), paired with Thyroidinum in low potency to gently stimulate the thyroid gland.
Selected Constitutional Remedies: Calcarea Carbonica and Thyroidinum
Lifestyle & Nutritional Support
Perform daily physical exercise; avoid goitrogenic foods (raw cabbage, cauliflower); include selenium-rich seeds.
Clinical Outcome
Follow-up Period: 1 year- Energy levels improved and cold sensitivity reduced within 4 weeks
- Levothyroxine dose successfully tapered under medical supervision to 25 mcg by Month 4
- Weight reduced by 7 kg; TSH levels stabilized at 3.1 mIU/L by Month 6
- TSH maintained at 2.6 mIU/L on zero levothyroxine at 1-year follow-up
✓Medically reviewed by Dr. Navaneeth K. Unni
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