Therapy – what is the treatment for hypothyroidism?
If the dizziness occurs in connection with an underactive thyroid gland, the underactive gland must be treated. This is usually done by substitution (replacement) of thyroid hormones in the form of tablets (thyroxine). Usually a low dosage is started, the dose is then slowly increased depending on the patient’s response and blood values.The symptoms should slowly decrease under therapy, as should the dizziness. Therefore, no additional therapy is usually required to treat dizziness in the context of hypothyroidism. If the dizziness persists under the sufficient treatment, the possible causes should be clarified again.
How long does the dizziness associated with hypothyroidism last?
Dizziness itself usually occurs in the form of rather short attacks. Exceptions to this are neurologically caused forms of vertigo. Dizziness which occurs in the context of an underactive thyroid can manifest itself in various ways, it can also lead to short attacks of dizziness, but a permanent feeling of “being dizzy” can also occur. After a therapy with thyroid hormones has been initiated, the dizziness should be clearly reduced within days to a few weeks.
Dizziness after eating as part of a thyroid disease
It is rather unusual for dizziness to occur in the context of a thyroid disease, especially after taking a meal. However, since dizziness can manifest itself in a variety of ways, it is theoretically possible for it to occur after a meal. As a rule, however, this has no direct connection with food intake.
