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An Enlightening Endocrine Adventure
After appeasing an endocrinologist worried about my suppressed TSH by a cunning lab trick -- withholding NDT for three days before going for the blood work -- I realized I needed to titrate up the dose. Many thanks to those who replied with their NDT experience. I cranked it up to nearly double what
After appeasing an endocrinologist worried about my suppressed TSH by a cunning lab trick -- withholding NDT for three days before going for the blood work -- I realized I needed to titrate up the dose. Many thanks to those who replied with their NDT experience. I cranked it up to nearly double what
RockyPath
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Thyroid UK
1 month ago
update
this is an update on the pregnancy scare I’ve taken now 5 urine tests all neg, still no period I am now 7 days late. But I want to also thank everyone that took the time to comment. I’m hoping it’s just hormones or stress. I am stressed and even more thinking I’m pregnant. I have a blood tests scheduled
this is an update on the pregnancy scare I’ve taken now 5 urine tests all neg, still no period I am now 7 days late. But I want to also thank everyone that took the time to comment. I’m hoping it’s just hormones or stress. I am stressed and even more thinking I’m pregnant. I have a blood tests scheduled
Icantwaittobemeagain
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Anxiety and Depression Support
2 months ago
Started Testosterone, already on T4/T3 combo - getting side effects 😳
Hi all. I’ve been stable on 75mcg levo and x3 doses of 5mcg lio for some time. 11 days ago I started testosterone for menopause taking Testogel 1/8th of a packet daily. Been feeling better but the last couple of nights have struggled with insomnia - sleeping fitfully and not to very long at all! (I
Hi all. I’ve been stable on 75mcg levo and x3 doses of 5mcg lio for some time. 11 days ago I started testosterone for menopause taking Testogel 1/8th of a packet daily. Been feeling better but the last couple of nights have struggled with insomnia - sleeping fitfully and not to very long at all! (I
KillashandraRee
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Thyroid UK
5 months ago
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Diagnosed with hashimotos. I’ve had a few ongoing issues and symptoms and they’re getting worse. My endo didn’t believe it was thyroid related or pcos related but arranged for other tests like ACTH, RF etc. He also stated at this point they were discharging me as there’s nothing more they can help with
Diagnosed with hashimotos. I’ve had a few ongoing issues and symptoms and they’re getting worse. My endo didn’t believe it was thyroid related or pcos related but arranged for other tests like ACTH, RF etc. He also stated at this point they were discharging me as there’s nothing more they can help with
Shymxo
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Thyroid UK
2 months ago
Blood results within range. Is this a problem?
Hi all,
I posted this query a few days ago and it was kindly analysed for me by greygoose (comments further down). However, I didn't understand what he/she was telling me - so I wonder if anyone could explain for me? Do the results indicate hypothyroidism? Do I need meds or can I tweak via
Hi all,
I posted this query a few days ago and it was kindly analysed for me by greygoose (comments further down). However, I didn't understand what he/she was telling me - so I wonder if anyone could explain for me? Do the results indicate hypothyroidism? Do I need meds or can I tweak via
Barny12
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Thyroid UK
1 month ago
Would be grateful for your thoughts on my blood results before endo apt please, still feeling exhausted and weak. Thank you
Hello, I’ve had an underactive thyroid for 8 years after having my first child, looks like Hashimotos. Currently taking 100mcg levothyroxine and 15mcg liothyronine (10mcg on waking and 5 around 3pm). Also on HRT patches as am mid 40s and perimenopausal. I’m gluten free, have had SIBO in the past.
Hello, I’ve had an underactive thyroid for 8 years after having my first child, looks like Hashimotos. Currently taking 100mcg levothyroxine and 15mcg liothyronine (10mcg on waking and 5 around 3pm). Also on HRT patches as am mid 40s and perimenopausal. I’m gluten free, have had SIBO in the past.
Hopetoheal22
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Thyroid UK
2 months ago
Help with Blood Results
Good Afternoon i have just received some blood results back and i am slightly miffed that my FT3 is out of range and that my TSH has increased. (bloods were taken at 8.30am with just having water that morning) i am on 100mg of levothyroxine (i always have the same brand which is mercury) and have been
Good Afternoon i have just received some blood results back and i am slightly miffed that my FT3 is out of range and that my TSH has increased. (bloods were taken at 8.30am with just having water that morning) i am on 100mg of levothyroxine (i always have the same brand which is mercury) and have been
Holeintheriver1
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Thyroid UK
1 month ago
Increasing Levo but not feeling great
hellooooo I've been having some trouble with increasing my levothyroxine lately and wondered if you could help please? I've been taking levothyroxine for about 4 years roughly and it's very slowly been increasing (as expected). I started on 25, then 50, then I was on 75 for about two and a half
hellooooo I've been having some trouble with increasing my levothyroxine lately and wondered if you could help please? I've been taking levothyroxine for about 4 years roughly and it's very slowly been increasing (as expected). I started on 25, then 50, then I was on 75 for about two and a half
Hidden
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Thyroid UK
3 months ago
levothyroxine and antibiotics?
I’m currently taking antibiotics for an infection after having blood test. Should I be taking Levothyroxine at a different time to antibiotics. Not sure if it will affect absorption of thyroxine?
I’m currently taking antibiotics for an infection after having blood test. Should I be taking Levothyroxine at a different time to antibiotics. Not sure if it will affect absorption of thyroxine?
DisCBR
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Thyroid UK
2 months ago
Questions for Endocrinologist
Today is the day, I am finally seeing an endocrinologist. Any suggestions of things to ask? Trying to be optimistic about the appointment but quietly cautious. Below are the questions I have so far: - FT3 measurement to ensure adequate conversion - Pregnancy monitoring and appropriate FT4 and TSH levels
Today is the day, I am finally seeing an endocrinologist. Any suggestions of things to ask? Trying to be optimistic about the appointment but quietly cautious. Below are the questions I have so far: - FT3 measurement to ensure adequate conversion - Pregnancy monitoring and appropriate FT4 and TSH levels
Curious123
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Thyroid UK
1 month ago
levothyroxine
Diagnosed eight weeks ago underactive thyroid even though I had no symptoms. 25mg given and 12 days later reduced to 12.5 as I was so ill. 4 weeks later I was bedridden, severe headaches and unable to urinate so took myself off them as Surgery would not respond. Informed Surgery what I had done they
Diagnosed eight weeks ago underactive thyroid even though I had no symptoms. 25mg given and 12 days later reduced to 12.5 as I was so ill. 4 weeks later I was bedridden, severe headaches and unable to urinate so took myself off them as Surgery would not respond. Informed Surgery what I had done they
Sunny-time
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Thyroid UK
2 months ago
Beware of Lansoprazole
I have taken this drug for years for acid reflux. Last year, during a medical check, it was found that my blood count was so low it was almost at needing a transfusion level. I was put on Ferrous Fumarate which brought my level up but my ferritin level is still low. I had an endoscopy and it was discovered
I have taken this drug for years for acid reflux. Last year, during a medical check, it was found that my blood count was so low it was almost at needing a transfusion level. I was put on Ferrous Fumarate which brought my level up but my ferritin level is still low. I had an endoscopy and it was discovered
Hidden
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Acid Reflux Support
5 months ago
Does anyone have any direct experience of Targinact?
Hi Everyone, this is my first post but I've been reading everything on this forum for a while now. I'm in real trouble with augmentation after taking ropinirole for 11 years. I successfully tapered off and was completely free of it by April 2023, however the RLS remained severe, and in October I decided
Hi Everyone, this is my first post but I've been reading everything on this forum for a while now. I'm in real trouble with augmentation after taking ropinirole for 11 years. I successfully tapered off and was completely free of it by April 2023, however the RLS remained severe, and in October I decided
Claire_lc
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Restless Legs Syndrome
5 months ago
Thoughts on my blood test results please
Hi there, The results from my latest advanced thyroid test are as follows. This is after reducing my Levothyroxine to 87.5mcg for two months. Blood test was taken 7:50am, 24 hours after levothyroxine, fasting and no supplements for a week. CRP HS 1.02 (0-3) Ferritin 116 (30-264) Folate serum 18.3
Hi there, The results from my latest advanced thyroid test are as follows. This is after reducing my Levothyroxine to 87.5mcg for two months. Blood test was taken 7:50am, 24 hours after levothyroxine, fasting and no supplements for a week. CRP HS 1.02 (0-3) Ferritin 116 (30-264) Folate serum 18.3
TiredMummy
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Thyroid UK
1 month ago
T3/T4/TSH testing after starting T3
I've added T3 about 3 months ago and this is my first test so I want to get it right.I reduced levothyroxine and added 20mcg T3 and am now on (usually) 30mcg with 125mcg. I see levo should be stopped 24hrs pre test and T3 12-25hrs pre test unless peak T3 are required which they arent at the moment. Test
I've added T3 about 3 months ago and this is my first test so I want to get it right.I reduced levothyroxine and added 20mcg T3 and am now on (usually) 30mcg with 125mcg. I see levo should be stopped 24hrs pre test and T3 12-25hrs pre test unless peak T3 are required which they arent at the moment. Test
Maztee
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Thyroid UK
1 month ago
High Cholesterol
Any advice please on my lipid results taken from a finger prick sample when attending an appointment at Our Future Health research programme. They were elevated . Total cholesterol 7.6 mmol/L HDL 1.22 mmol/AL Triglycerides 4.72 mmol/L They did not record LDL unfortunately. It was non-fasting.
Any advice please on my lipid results taken from a finger prick sample when attending an appointment at Our Future Health research programme. They were elevated . Total cholesterol 7.6 mmol/L HDL 1.22 mmol/AL Triglycerides 4.72 mmol/L They did not record LDL unfortunately. It was non-fasting.
Maynan17
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Thyroid UK
2 months ago
low ft3 on block and replace treatment for graves
Hi I diagnosed with graves July 2023 TSH 0.01IU/ml (0.35-4.94) FT4 2,48 ng/dl (0.70-.1.48) FT3 15,62 (1.58-3.91) TSHR 4,060 <0.550 vit d25-OH 45ng/ml selenium 141 ng/ml (70-150) My endocrinologist priscribe 20 methimazole/ day, vit d+k2 5000/day, selenium 200 mcg , morning+200 mcg afternoon
Hi I diagnosed with graves July 2023 TSH 0.01IU/ml (0.35-4.94) FT4 2,48 ng/dl (0.70-.1.48) FT3 15,62 (1.58-3.91) TSHR 4,060 <0.550 vit d25-OH 45ng/ml selenium 141 ng/ml (70-150) My endocrinologist priscribe 20 methimazole/ day, vit d+k2 5000/day, selenium 200 mcg , morning+200 mcg afternoon
kirkimou
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Thyroid UK
1 month ago
I’m freaking out
I’m freaking out because I just had a baby 3 months ago and I’m late 5 days on my monthly. I’ve taken 3 urine tests and they’re all negative. I cannot have another baby especially with my financials. I have 3 kids as it is and I’m 23. Yes I know what causes babies and I don’t need that lecture. My anxiety
I’m freaking out because I just had a baby 3 months ago and I’m late 5 days on my monthly. I’ve taken 3 urine tests and they’re all negative. I cannot have another baby especially with my financials. I have 3 kids as it is and I’m 23. Yes I know what causes babies and I don’t need that lecture. My anxiety
Icantwaittobemeagain
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Anxiety and Depression Support
2 months ago
Latest Medicheck Results
I re-started Levo 7 weeks ago and these are my before/after results. I’m self medicating and also use 7.5 -10mg hydrocortisone daily. Without the HC I feel very peculiar and have in the past, stopped the thyroid meds because of it. I’ve managed to be fairly ok this time and I’d like some feedback on
I re-started Levo 7 weeks ago and these are my before/after results. I’m self medicating and also use 7.5 -10mg hydrocortisone daily. Without the HC I feel very peculiar and have in the past, stopped the thyroid meds because of it. I’ve managed to be fairly ok this time and I’d like some feedback on
Jamima
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Thyroid UK
1 month ago
Cholesterol
How many have high cholesterol 300 plus but LDL is also high and HDL is so high can't be calculated. Triglycerides are normal. Had genetic testing all normal. Calcium CT scan is 0. High Lipoprotein A and B. Where can I find info to give to my cardiologist. He is lost!!
How many have high cholesterol 300 plus but LDL is also high and HDL is so high can't be calculated. Triglycerides are normal. Had genetic testing all normal. Calcium CT scan is 0. High Lipoprotein A and B. Where can I find info to give to my cardiologist. He is lost!!
Lawyers
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PBCers Organization
5 months ago
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