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Posted 12/31/2010 1:47 PM (GMT 0)
Bit of a weird question, but I just wondered if anyone thinks there might be a link between digestive problems and Thyroid issues.

I'm just wondering if it's worth mentionning to my doctor.

Thanks

Posted 12/31/2010 3:40 PM (GMT 0)
I was told I had digestion problem years before I was told I had thyroid problems. So I don't think so.
Posted 1/1/2011 12:37 AM (GMT 0)
Absolutely thyroid problems can tend to cause digestive issues.  I have am hypothyroid and it does affect bowl movements and I would imagine digestion as well.  It controls appetitte etc.  So my answer would be yes. 
Posted 1/1/2011 12:48 AM (GMT 0)
Thank you! I think I will mention it to my doc. Wow, I am so fed up of visiting my doctor every 5 mins, but worth it if I get somewhere :P
Posted 1/1/2011 6:35 PM (GMT 0)
The only thing I'm thinking is that thyroid problems can have many symptoms but I have read online that it can cause digestive and bowel issues as well...upper GI problems are my only symptoms, hmmmm

Posted 1/4/2011 2:26 PM (GMT 0)
I have had a total thyroidectomy in August of 2010. RIght after the surgery I felt pressure between the breastbone. It now varies and seems to eminate from the upper stomach area. The surgeon said it is GERD and I am on medication. SOmetimes it helps but sometimes not. I am about to change my diet.

Can anyone relate to this or advise accordingly?

Posted 1/4/2011 2:59 PM (GMT 0)
Medication and diet changes are the first thing you need to do. If your medicine doesn't help then you get it changed. If no medicine will help you then it's time to consider surgery.
Posted 7/16/2011 11:13 PM (GMT 0)
There is definately a link between thyroid medicine and digestive problems. Been on Levothyroxin for 3 mo and having pains in stomach, gas and belching.  Just went into web site and found that the generic brand levothyroxin contains acacia and lactose. I am lactose intollerant and get the same reaction from drinking a glass of milk.  Dr never asked if was alergic to milk.  Article  said " If you have this reaction you should switch to another medication, and that Levoxyl and Levothroid are both free of acacla and lactose.  Hope this helps.
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