Parathyroid??? Positive blood test n referral to endocrologist.

[LornaP]

As my post says, I've finally been referred to an endocrologist. My tsh levels have been unstable throughout ranging from <00.5 to 100's. I've been unwell for years ranging from meningitis to tooth abscesses n so on. The last 9/12 months I've really gone downhill n started to research n learn about the thyroid. After numerous visits to GP n another bout of meningitis I've finally got the blood test I asked for inc some extra such as the parathyroid which has come back positive. I've finally been referred to an endocrologist and was wondering if any of you had any advice for me? Does or has anyone have any experience with parathyroid but also what am I to expect from my first appointment.

Thank you so much x

[Clutter]

Lorna, endo consults vary considerably. Mine are in the joint thyroid/cancer clinic. I'm given a bloods request order form at the end of a consult and have bloods drawn prior to the next consult. I'm weighed and height measured by the nurse when I arrive. Consult takes between 10-40 minutes (less now I'm stable) and symptoms and results are discussed and dose titrated if necessary. BP or pulse are taken at some consults, not all. Previously endo ordered chest x-rays and ECGs when I was experiencing palpitations and racing heart and requested my GP order a coeliac screen and gastro referral for issues he thought non_thyroidal

It may be useful to take copies of your recent results with you and a list of medications and supplements you take. Bullet point a separate list of symptoms to prompt you and take a pen and notebook and make notes if you're forgetful.

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