Dealing with an underactive thyroid

Jane Gregory, about 1 month

I have been underactive thyroid for 12 years and this was managed well on 100 mcg of thyroxine until about 12 months ago. Symptoms re-appeared but I had other issues going on so did not suspect thyroid levels. The symptoms were getting worse and I have no other issues to blame them on so a month ago I contacted my GP. I asked him to compare my blood tests over the last two years and found that there had been a change which indicated i needed more thyroxine to get my blood result back to what it was two years ago. Two years ago I felt good. The GP agreed to consider inreasing my dosage but I had to have another blood test first, this had changed from the test 6 months ago and he agreed to increase my dosage to 125mcg. I have a repeat blood test in December and if I find that the results is not yet the same it was two years ago I will ask that he increases the dosage even further. All my blood test have been in the 'normal' range. Fortunately I have a GP who understanding enough to find the correct level for me within the 'normal' range. I advise anyone who not happy with their level of health and well being to consider discussing this with their GP, a lower or higher dosage of thyroxine may make all difference.

jo Tiller, 7 months

I would like to share my story with you.... Does this sound COMMON to you?? !! I am showing signs / symptoms of an Under Active Thyroid ( although NHS Blood TEST results came back as NEGATIVE for T3 T4 & TSH !! I have recently discovered that I have High Anti Bodies- which are attacking my Thryoid. Hence the reason why I have weight gain, tiredness and a swelling around my neck. My Doctor wanted to prescribe me Anti Depressants and Slimming pills ( for depression and weight loss) I trusted my instincts and went to the CELESTINE CLINIC in Larkfield - Kent. A Holistic Centre who specialize in Nutrition/ Food Intorance and Allergy Testing. I had a B.E.S.T test done ( No needles involved ) it was amazing . I am now on a WHEAT & GLUTEN Free Programme and taking Iodine I shall keep you informed of my progress. Natural Way is the safest and best way , should you choose to do it. Good Luck Jo Tiller

amanda, 7 months

I've had hypothyroidism for 17 years. It really is badly treated and many doctors just believe in giving out thyroxine (T4) which is inactive. Many people have difficulty converting T4 to T3 which is the hormone your body needs. T3 Liothyronine is available but you will probably have a hard job persuading your doctor to prescribe it. Insist on visiting an endocrinologist, join an online forum and learn as much as possible. The only people who seem to do well with this awful condition are those who take responsiblity for their own health. It is possible to feel 100% well but it takes time and perseverance. Whenever you have blood tests, insist on knowing the figures - just being told normal or in range is not good enough. Keep records of the figures and the amounts of stuff you are taking at the time so you can plot how you react over time. This is the most useful tool you can have because the doctor and the endo cannot dispute test results. Good Luck!

katelyn chamberlin, 9 months

i'm 17 and have had hypothroidism for almost two years now. they just recently took me off my medicine for 3 months to test how my body will handle it. 7 days later, I'm already feeling the symptoms come back. I'm having the urge to go to bed at 6-7 pm and not get up all the next day. I'm trying to find ways that I can reduce the symptoms without medicine because I am a senior and really need all my energy. One of the symptoms I have noticed recently is that after I sleep for a while, when I wake up, my eyes feel almost bruised - like I was sleeping so heavily and with weights on my eyes. It takes about an hour and a half for this feeling to go away. Has this happened to any of you?

sonya suttar, about 1 year

i have had an underactive thyroid for 12 years, i am on thyroxine 150mg, but i dont feel any better, very tired all the time feel fed up ( like i was deppressed) anxiety is bad worry about the slightest little thing. feel i am going mad need help dont know what to do any more its getting me down.

Mary Kay Sharpe, about 1 year

I have been on thyroid medicine for an under active thyroid for about 18 months and I am still exhausted. What is causing this I am so tired that I have talk myself out of just staying in the bed all day. This is very hard on my and thank God I have an understanding husband. Help!

Hilary, about 1 year

I have been to see a nutritionist endriconoogist in Brussels who diagnose dmy underactive thyroid, Dr. Rodzynek. He ha s worked out my diet and given me supplements to replace what I do eat. I am allowed no sugar but can use colza oil and olive oil for cooking and eat natural probiotic yoghurt I take adose of novathyrol which he will gradualy reduce. He is pleased with my progress so far and has reduced the dose.

joan, about 1 year

i have just found out that i had an underactive thyroid about 9 weeks ago now i have to take a tablet every day had have blood test every 8 weeks i did feel tied all the time now i cant go to sleep i have troble doing so

Dalennela Martinez, over 2 years

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