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Hashimotos diagnosed
hello, I’m new here. I have been diagnosed with Hashimoto’s disease and am taking 75mg of Levothyroxine. My doctor recently messaged me at the start of December saying finally my levels are within a normal range, however I still feel really low. I’ve gained weight which I’m struggling to loose, I’m
hello, I’m new here. I have been diagnosed with Hashimoto’s disease and am taking 75mg of Levothyroxine. My doctor recently messaged me at the start of December saying finally my levels are within a normal range, however I still feel really low. I’ve gained weight which I’m struggling to loose, I’m
SophieJ1
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Thyroid UK
7 months ago
Should i cancel blood test?
Hey all I think i've got food poisoning, started last thursday evening. I haven't taken any of my supplements since then, just been able to take my levothyroxine. I've got a blood test booked for next friday 19th Jan but wondered if i should cancel and re book for a later date? Many thanks as always
Hey all I think i've got food poisoning, started last thursday evening. I haven't taken any of my supplements since then, just been able to take my levothyroxine. I've got a blood test booked for next friday 19th Jan but wondered if i should cancel and re book for a later date? Many thanks as always
catpurple7
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Thyroid UK
7 months ago
Can anyone explain how TSH can go from undectable to 7.14 in two weeks?
I finally got an endocrinologist to see me, and she was adamant that I quit taking T3. The lab test at that visit had TSH <.02 (undetectable). I put my trust in her and stopped the T3 and continued 50 mcg levo/ day. After 2 weeks I went in for another test for TSH and T4. T4 was 0.4 and TSH was 7.14
I finally got an endocrinologist to see me, and she was adamant that I quit taking T3. The lab test at that visit had TSH <.02 (undetectable). I put my trust in her and stopped the T3 and continued 50 mcg levo/ day. After 2 weeks I went in for another test for TSH and T4. T4 was 0.4 and TSH was 7.14
Cricket-mas
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Thyroid UK
7 months ago
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DI02 Test advice please
Following a really useful twitter thread about the Deiodinase 2 gene and its effects on response to levothyroxine, I have ordered and received a saliva test for DIO2 but need to loop in a medical practitioner to receive the results. I have an appointment with my GP this week to discuss blood test results
Following a really useful twitter thread about the Deiodinase 2 gene and its effects on response to levothyroxine, I have ordered and received a saliva test for DIO2 but need to loop in a medical practitioner to receive the results. I have an appointment with my GP this week to discuss blood test results
Cezza123
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Thyroid UK
7 months ago
Levothyroxine and B12 possible interactions
I have been taking Levothyroxine for many years and believe that the symptoms I experience for both too much or too little Levothyroxine are identical. When I experience an increased pulse rate that can be because of either too much of too little Levothyroxine but keeping my dose fixed this problem is
I have been taking Levothyroxine for many years and believe that the symptoms I experience for both too much or too little Levothyroxine are identical. When I experience an increased pulse rate that can be because of either too much of too little Levothyroxine but keeping my dose fixed this problem is
yorkshiregirl4
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Pernicious Anaemia Society
7 months ago
Private blood test
I've been on levo 75mg for about 5yrs. Dr wouldn't increase because TSH was low and diabetes endo wouldn't look at my thyroid issues. After a private blood test last year I mentioned t3 to him as mine is low. He said we don't trust private bloods. Can't give t3 but you can see a private endo who will
I've been on levo 75mg for about 5yrs. Dr wouldn't increase because TSH was low and diabetes endo wouldn't look at my thyroid issues. After a private blood test last year I mentioned t3 to him as mine is low. He said we don't trust private bloods. Can't give t3 but you can see a private endo who will
111Angel
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Thyroid UK
7 months ago
Hashi symptoms still or tired/dry eyes?
Hey everyone, Still on my journey to "optimal" health and lab's whilst having Hashimoto's. Diagnosed 18 month ago. I have a strange one for you, or, not so strange, right now I'm not sure. So, currently on 162.5mcg of Levo and 10 mcg of Lio. I would say symptom wise I am feeling the best I have in
Hey everyone, Still on my journey to "optimal" health and lab's whilst having Hashimoto's. Diagnosed 18 month ago. I have a strange one for you, or, not so strange, right now I'm not sure. So, currently on 162.5mcg of Levo and 10 mcg of Lio. I would say symptom wise I am feeling the best I have in
dexterholland91
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Thyroid UK
7 months ago
Friends thyroid results, please can anyone advise?
Hi! A fellow Pernicious Anaemia sufferer and friend of mine needs some thyroid help please! I'm also hypothyroid / hashi and still 18 months into my journey and not quite there yet so feel the need for advice!. She had some bloods taken this week and the results to me look less than optimal, while being
Hi! A fellow Pernicious Anaemia sufferer and friend of mine needs some thyroid help please! I'm also hypothyroid / hashi and still 18 months into my journey and not quite there yet so feel the need for advice!. She had some bloods taken this week and the results to me look less than optimal, while being
Opal79
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Thyroid UK
7 months ago
Adding T3
Hi everyone, I decided to trial a little T3(which I received today) to add to my daily levo dose of 125mcg.I've been on every dose of Levo from 100 to 150 but T3 levels don't change much and though I'm greatly improved a few hypo symptoms linger about.The T3 are 25mcg and I was thinking of starting with
Hi everyone, I decided to trial a little T3(which I received today) to add to my daily levo dose of 125mcg.I've been on every dose of Levo from 100 to 150 but T3 levels don't change much and though I'm greatly improved a few hypo symptoms linger about.The T3 are 25mcg and I was thinking of starting with
SovietSong
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Thyroid UK
7 months ago
First test results after adding T3 - I’m confused!
Hi everyone, I’d really appreciate your help with my latest results and welcome ideas for suggested next steps. Just a reminder, I currently self-treat. In October I posted the following results (Randox) whilst on 62.5mcg of Levo (Eutirox): TSH 1.44 (0.35-5.5) FT4 18.2 (11.9-21.6) FT3 3.96 (3.1
Hi everyone, I’d really appreciate your help with my latest results and welcome ideas for suggested next steps. Just a reminder, I currently self-treat. In October I posted the following results (Randox) whilst on 62.5mcg of Levo (Eutirox): TSH 1.44 (0.35-5.5) FT4 18.2 (11.9-21.6) FT3 3.96 (3.1
J972
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Thyroid UK
7 months ago
Recent blood tests
Hi, can anybody offer any guidance on my blood tests. I have paid to have them done by blue horizon. My blood was done at 8.45 before taking any medication. I take levo 175 one day followed by 150 the next. B12 supplement. I have been suffering from a feeling of being on a boat with weak legs. Bad brain
Hi, can anybody offer any guidance on my blood tests. I have paid to have them done by blue horizon. My blood was done at 8.45 before taking any medication. I take levo 175 one day followed by 150 the next. B12 supplement. I have been suffering from a feeling of being on a boat with weak legs. Bad brain
Colvic
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Thyroid UK
7 months ago
DEXA scan result Poor. What to do about T3? Endocrinologist unhappy with suppressed TSH even before DEXA. How do I advocate for myself now?!
Afternoon All, I’ve just received a letter from my Second Opinion Endocrinologist with the results of my first ever DEXA scan. She is not happy. T Scores (no idea what any of this means, btw!): -1.6 L spine, -0.4 total hip, -0.9 NOF A few months back I was told by Endocrinologist One to reduce my
Afternoon All, I’ve just received a letter from my Second Opinion Endocrinologist with the results of my first ever DEXA scan. She is not happy. T Scores (no idea what any of this means, btw!): -1.6 L spine, -0.4 total hip, -0.9 NOF A few months back I was told by Endocrinologist One to reduce my
Abi-Abster
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Thyroid UK
7 months ago
My GP has no idea how hypothyroidism has affected me.
I had a telephone appointment with my GP today. He told me that my blood my TSH is elevated and that I need an increase of liothyronine. I told him I have an appointment with the Endocrinologist in a week or so, hence the blood test. He then asked me when I was going back to work as I have been off
I had a telephone appointment with my GP today. He told me that my blood my TSH is elevated and that I need an increase of liothyronine. I told him I have an appointment with the Endocrinologist in a week or so, hence the blood test. He then asked me when I was going back to work as I have been off
DandyButch
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Thyroid UK
10 months ago
Latest results - confused!
Hello lovely, knowledgeable folks - belated 'Happy New Year' to you all! After an increase of levothyroxine (LT) in November 2023 from 50 mcg/ day to 75 mcg/day, I had back-to-back tests on 02 Jan. (Medichecks - professional blood draw) and 03 Jan. (NHS), to see comparable results. Both tests were
Hello lovely, knowledgeable folks - belated 'Happy New Year' to you all! After an increase of levothyroxine (LT) in November 2023 from 50 mcg/ day to 75 mcg/day, I had back-to-back tests on 02 Jan. (Medichecks - professional blood draw) and 03 Jan. (NHS), to see comparable results. Both tests were
ERIC107
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Thyroid UK
7 months ago
Update to last post.
hi everyone I thought I would give you a update on my last post. Thank you to all that posted it really helped. I have now had an ultrasound on my neck lumps. I was told I had a very small thyroid and this happens when you have been on Levo for so long (30 years) I’ve never heard of this, has anyone
hi everyone I thought I would give you a update on my last post. Thank you to all that posted it really helped. I have now had an ultrasound on my neck lumps. I was told I had a very small thyroid and this happens when you have been on Levo for so long (30 years) I’ve never heard of this, has anyone
irishacres
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Thyroid UK
7 months ago
Really struggling
I have not been able to take thyroxine when I was diagnosed in March 2021, ended up on low FODMAP and with a homeopath and naturopath but went from 9 st 5 to 7 stone 11 when doctors got concerned. Every time I tried to include a food back in diet I was worse. Started thyroxine liquid in September 2023
I have not been able to take thyroxine when I was diagnosed in March 2021, ended up on low FODMAP and with a homeopath and naturopath but went from 9 st 5 to 7 stone 11 when doctors got concerned. Every time I tried to include a food back in diet I was worse. Started thyroxine liquid in September 2023
Da52
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Thyroid UK
7 months ago
Results guidance please
Hello, Please could I ask for some advice on my recent blood test results? I’m on a journey to understanding the link between thyroid function and repeated miscarriages (I’ve put more details in my bio section). These were my results from December 2023 (from blue horizon). I spoke to a private endocrinologist
Hello, Please could I ask for some advice on my recent blood test results? I’m on a journey to understanding the link between thyroid function and repeated miscarriages (I’ve put more details in my bio section). These were my results from December 2023 (from blue horizon). I spoke to a private endocrinologist
Treesandleaves
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Thyroid UK
7 months ago
metformin
I’m 60yoF, partial hysterectomy years ago. After hysterectomy was dx hashimotos. On levothyroxine 75mcg, continuously wt gain despite walking 7-10 miles daily. Eat healthy most often as an educated nutritionist. I convinced my MD to try Metformin to see if any help. MD would only order 500 once daily
I’m 60yoF, partial hysterectomy years ago. After hysterectomy was dx hashimotos. On levothyroxine 75mcg, continuously wt gain despite walking 7-10 miles daily. Eat healthy most often as an educated nutritionist. I convinced my MD to try Metformin to see if any help. MD would only order 500 once daily
Manhatt
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Thyroid UK
7 months ago
low tsh but still hypothyroid
hi I keep getting bloods every 6-8 weeks from my doctor as my tsh level is constantly below 0.01…. I am on 75mcg of levo one night and then 100mcg of levo the next as told by my doctor. But I’m still having all the symptoms still of being underactive. When I was on 100-120mcg daily I felt so much better
hi I keep getting bloods every 6-8 weeks from my doctor as my tsh level is constantly below 0.01…. I am on 75mcg of levo one night and then 100mcg of levo the next as told by my doctor. But I’m still having all the symptoms still of being underactive. When I was on 100-120mcg daily I felt so much better
Clairey2503
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Thyroid UK
7 months ago
Liothyronine without maize starch?
does anybody know of a brand of Liothyronine without maize starch?
does anybody know of a brand of Liothyronine without maize starch?
Trotter43
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Thyroid UK
1 year ago
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