Hello everyone, I have the two conditions above. I was diagnosed with Hashimoto's 26 years ago and Pernicious Anaemia 11 years ago. I also have chronic urticaria which I suspect is also autoimmune. These conditions have severely impacted on the quality of my life and caused a lot of suffering and despair. I know there are many of you out there that also suffer with these conditions, I don't stand alone, although sometimes you can feel very alone with autoimmunity.
I have driven myself crazy going to different doctors over the years trying to get them to understand that despite supposedly 'adequate' treatment for both conditions, 'I still don't feel well'. I feel so frustrated and fed up that these conditions have dictated my life, my choice of career, whether I can go on holiday this year or not, whether I can socialise with friends this weekend etc. etc. I have spent many hours trying to understand and educate myself about these conditions. I have read different books by both experts in the field and patients. I have read research papers. I have gone gluten free. I have self medicated with both Natural Desiccated Thyroid for Hashimoto's and Hydroxocobalamin for Pernicious Anaemia.
But, despite all of this I still don't feel well........... There is something missing........
And this year I am determined to work out what that is. I am going to take back control and start at the very beginning, leave no stone unturned and try and find the root cause of my autoimmune problems. First stop, an appointment with a nutritionist/functional practitioner. I will find a suitable platform to share my progress.
In my quest for optimal health I would love to know what works for others who suffer with these conditions. I am calling on people to share with me their stories. How you are affected by both conditions? What is your treatment regime? What works for you? What doesn't work? How does it impact on your life? Do you feel well despite treatment?
You can PM me if you prefer. I look forward to hearing from you.
Wishing you all a happy day,
AutoimmuneAnnie