Question:
I take a synthroid pill every day (thryoid replacement) because my thyroid doesn't

work, does anyone know if I'll still be able to take my thyroid medication after surgery, and will it be absorbed into my system the same way? The pill is tiny, like the size of a baby aspirin. My surgery is Open RNY and 5 weeks away.    — laceybaby (posted on October 31, 2000)

October 31, 2000
I am in the same situation. I had no problem at all continuing my meds after surgery, and my med level did nt be adjusted. But when you do your other bloodwork, be sure that your thyroid is checked as well periodically. Sometimes after surgeyr the levels need to be changed.
   — Paula G.

October 31, 2000
I also take synthroid every day and have had my thyroid removed. So far my levels are fine. I am 3 months post-op and will be having them checked again on Nov.14th. At that time I will know if I need to increase or in some cases we are decreased because the need for the hormone is not as great. I take it fine after my protein in the morning. For more info check the data base. Post-op Health, Thyroid. Also pre-op. We have had several things on this topic that you may find helpful. Good Luck.
   — Courtrina Amur W.

October 31, 2000
I had thyroid cancer and had my thyroid removed in 1998. Synthroid is my life line. I had an open RNY 9 weeks ago and my levels are all great. I have to get blood work done regularly because he will have to lower my dosage of synthroid as I lose weight. I used to take Synthroid and Cytomel but since I have lost 119+ pounds my Endo. took me off the Cytomel. Good Luck with your surgery.
   — DeeDubbs

October 31, 2000
I've never had any trouble taking my Synthroid. In fact, many of my pills are much much larger than the Synthroid, and I have no trouble taking any of them. Have your MD check your levels periodically to make sure you're absorbing the medication properly.
   — Jaye C.