Is anyone using PTU for Graves disease? What are the side affects? Does it cause hypothyroidism?

I have Graves disease, my doctor is really rude and won't answer questions for me.

Some possible side effects of propylthiouracil (PTU) include:
skin rash,itching,abnormal hair loss,upset stomach,vomiting,loss of taste, abnormal sensations such as tingling, prickling, burning, tightness, or pulling,swelling,joint and muscle pain,drowsiness,or dizzyness.
Rarely, propylthiouracil can affect the blood and cause decreased levels of red and white blood cells and platelets, which may cause an increased risk of infection, serious bleeding, anemia, or other problems. There have also been rare cases in which PTU has caused serious liver problems.
These side effects are rare, but if you experience them you should consult a doctor immediately: sore throat,fever,headache,chills
unusual bleeding or bruising,right-sided abdominal pain with decreased appetite,yellowing of the skin or eyes, or skin eruptions

To answer your second question: no, PTU should not cause hypothyroidism.

If your doctor won't even answer some basic questions about a medication he/she is giving you, I would suggst finding another doctor. Any doctor that won't even answer questions about the side effects of a medication doesn't deserve your time.

P.S. I got my latest blood test results yesterday and I am hypo now again. I have to stop taking PTU and have another test next week. My graves disease was diagnosed 3 months ago and that is since when I took PTU. So in fact, it can cause hypothyroidsm. Weird, isn麓t it? Report It

PTU itself does not cause hypothyroidism. It simply hinders your gland producing to much thyroid hormone. If your body gets a too high dose of PTU (because your thyroid gets less iodine to convert into thyroid hormones or for other reasons) then you can get hypo.

I take PTU myself and I have been hypo 1 month ago. Since I undergo regular blood tests (every three weeks) this was easily discovered and my dose lowered.

I haven麓t had any side affects so far.

I found very good information on these sites:

http://www.elaine-moore.com/gravesdiseas...

http://www.suite101.com/reference/graves...

http://www.webmosaics.com/thyroid/

Good luck.

P.S. Email me if I can be of any help.

Tags

　　Gynecomastia 　　Gum Disease 　　Gulf War Syndrome 　　Guillain-Barre Syndrome 　　Grief 　　Graves Disease 　　Gout 　　Gonorrhea 　　Goiter 　　Glaucoma 　　Glandular Fever 　　Giardia

Related information

Should i take methimizole for graves disease or should i have a thyroid erectomy?

Are you currently hypo because of your medication? Maybe then 3 pills are too much?麓 RAI (Radioiodine Ablation) is a very serious decision to be taken, consider the bad and the good effects (bad...

Is hyperthyroidism The same as graves disease?

Hyperthyroidism is any condition that results in too much thyroid hormone being produced by the thyroid gland. Grave's disease is one cause of this condition where the entire gland becomes &q...

Soooo They say i have graves disease?

Hi Malika Dont let anyone take a body part until you are ready (if ever). Here are some ideas on how to heal the issue. Cause Abnormal immune response is believed be a possible cause of hypo...

Any one out there have Graves Disease and would like to to tell me about it?

There is a national foundation and support group. I have it. I hate it. It is a disease of the thyriod. The thyriod is over active. There are two treatments that I knew of radiation and medication...

Can anyone give me information about graves disease?

Graves' disease is an autoimmune disorder. It causes your thyroid gland to overproduce thyroid hormones. Graves' disease is treated with medications, radioactive iodine, or surgery. ...

Why am I gaining a lot of waight when I have graves disease?

Ok. But I assume that you are on something like Tapazole to slow it down, right? You might need your dose adjusted. You should call your doctor and have them check your levels.

...

How much money does it cost for radioactive iodine for graves disease?

it usually costs a lot and after the medication you gotta have maintainance as well...check out the philippines

...

Wouldn't my doctor know by now if i have graves disease?

Yes, he should be able to diagnose you from your blood tests. You should have had a TSI and a total TRab. TSI is the definitive test for Graves disease. You need to stop with the invasive tests...