It is indeed possible that an enlarged thyroid, or goiter, is physically pressing on her esophagus, making it hard to swallow. Her medication Thronorm (levothyroxine) manages her thyroid, while Stamlo (amlodipine) and Spiromont FA treat her blood pressure and asthma. To find the exact cause, I highly recommend consulting an Endocrinologist to check her thyroid size, or an Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) specialist to evaluate her throat. Please reassure her; these specialists are well-equipped to help her find relief quickly.

Yes, these medications can potentially cause what you are experiencing. Escitalopram (Nexito) and amlodipine (Stamlo) can cause sweating, flushing, and feeling too hot. A burning sensation in your hands and feet can occasionally be linked to escitalopram or rosuvastatin (Rozavel). Since you are 46, natural hormonal changes like perimenopause could also play a role. Please do not worry, but do consult your prescribing doctor before making any changes. They can safely evaluate you and adjust your medications to help you feel much more comfortable.

It is very reassuring that his major scans, endoscopies, and bone marrow tests are all normal. Since he experiences shortness of breath and is taking blood pressure medications like ramipril/hydrochlorothiazide (Ramcor-H) and amlodipine (Stamlo), a simple heart evaluation, such as an echocardiogram, is a logical next step. For the food coming up at night, elevating the head of his bed and discussing an acid-reducing medication with his doctor can offer relief. To understand why his red blood count remains low despite taking iron (Livogen) and vitamin B6 (Benadon), his doctor may suggest checking his iron absorption levels. Please share these reassuring next steps with his physician.

It is reassuring that her initial tests are normal. Sometimes, the dose of her thyroid medication, Thyronorm (levothyroxine), can cause stomach upset or diarrhea if it needs a slight adjustment. Before proceeding with invasive procedures like an endoscopy or colonoscopy, it would be wise to discuss her symptoms with her pediatrician. They can check if her thyroid hormone levels are perfectly balanced. A pediatric gastroenterologist can also help explore gentler options first, such as looking into food sensitivities. You are doing a wonderful job caring for her, and taking these step-by-step discussions with her doctor will help find the right answers safely.