Hashimotos

[sallyclocky]

I have this and struggle with weight and cravings I am on 75 my levy any ideas gluten free seems to help when I can stick to it

[Clutter]

Welcome to the forum, Sallyclocky.

If you post your recent thyroid blood results with the lab ref ranges (the figures in brackets after what your results) and say how long you have been taking Levothyroxine members will advise whether you are optimally medicated.

Hairloss/thinning is a hypothyroid symptom but can also be a side effect of Levothyroxine. Low iron and zinc levels are particularly associated with hair loss. Biotin and evening primrose oil are said to be helpful but it can take up to a year to notice good results.

Many Hashi and hypothyroid members find that gluten-free diet helps reduce bloating, gas and constipation and reduces Hashi antibodies and flare ups. Try it for 3 months. If it helps stick with it. If it doesn't help reintroduce gluten slowly.

Ask your GP to test zinc, ferritin, vitamin D, B12 and folate as hypothyroid patients are often deficient/low and these deficiencies can cause musculoskeletal pain, fatigue and low mood similar to hypothyroid symptoms. Post your results with the lab ref ranges and members will advise whether supplementation is required.

[sallyclocky in reply to Clutter]

The drs never give me a printout just say if need change med one time they couldn't work it out as both were high I take omega 3 for my hair and nails

[Clutter in reply to sallyclocky]

Sally, the Data Protection Act entitles patients to see their test results but you have to request them. Ask your GP receptionist or practice manager. Your surgery is entitled to charge a nominal £1/£2 to cover paper and printer ink costs but shouldn't use it as a revenue stream.

[sallyclocky]

Brill I'm going in tues I will ask

[sallyclocky]

Is there an app so I can get notification

[helvella Administrator in reply to sallyclocky]

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[sallyclocky in reply to helvella]

Thank you I get an email then log back on at the moment

[sallyclocky]

Collected my results may 2014 tsh 3.27

June 2013 1.94 Jan 2013 0.94 Nov 2012 5.23 and to 17.9 I have more going back