Haed RAI 5yrs or so ago

[nezzykins]

Where is T3 stored? Im reading a lot here on about T3 but if I no longer have thyroid tissue, would it be of any benefit to my unstable graves? Any answers would be appreciated from any of the forums experts on this. Many thanks x

[Hennerton]

I am not a forum expert but have had TT for Graves and now take T4/3 combo. I was on T4 alone for six years and did not feel well. T 3 is not stored and has a short life in the blood but goes into the tissues where it keeps on working. It may well benefit you, depending on your symptoms. For me it has helped with aching muscles and joints but others swear it heals brain fog and many, many other issues. If you can persuade your GP to refer you to an endo, he may prescribe it but not all will do so. Many people have to buy privately. As for unstable Graves, I am sorry I am not sure but if you feel you are hypo on your current meds, it cannot be helping your overall health, so I would be inclined to try it if possible.

[nezzykins in reply to Hennerton]

Thank you hennerton. X

[shaws Administrator]

This is an explanation of the Thyroid Gland:-

thyroiduk.org.uk/tuk/about_...

The guidelines say that levothyroxine only (T4) is to be prescribed but, personally, I think someone who has such a procedure as you is very poorly served by levothyroxine alone. The addition of some T3 (liothyronine) wouldn't have gone amiss.

Synthetic T4, levothyroxine, should convert to enough T3 (liothyronine) which is the Active hormone our thyroid gland cells need to work efficiently. Sometimes it doesn't convert enough or has difficulty getting into the cells. Our brain has the most cells.

If you can get a print-out of your latest thyroid gland blood tests with the ranges, or get a new one, then post the results on a new question. Always get a print-out of your blood tests for your own records. If you do get a new blood test, ask also for Vitamin B12, Vit D, iron, ferritin and folate to be done too as they are usually deficient.

[nezzykins in reply to shaws]

Thank you Shaws.will post all ongoing blood texts when all back. TSH has been done about 4 weeks ago so will get anogher one checked in 2 weeks.x