Another miscarriage, tablet trial. Now a lump in my throat.........

[Chasing-rainbows]

Hi all,

You may remember my previous posts, I'd had a miscarriage in May and found out I have thyroid antibodies but a tsh in range.

I'd been invited into a clinical research trial, (tablet) where I would either be on 50mcg levothyroxine or a placebo.

Fast forward to now, I did become pregnant again, and sadly, once again have miscarried. I think I was on the placebo as whilst pregnant my tsh rose to 3.0 and my antibodies to 118, both an increase from my non pregnant levels.

I was worried that my tsh was too high for the first trimester but was told it was in range.

Now, for about 5 days I've felt this awful lump feeling in my throat. Very tight and restricting. I thought maybe it was anxiety at first but it's constantly there, and doesn't feel like anxiety to me.

So now I'm wondering if it's my thyroid?

I'm going to make an appointment to see a doctor asap.

[shaws]

He should palpate your next and I hope he knows how to do this and refer you to an Endo. I am very sorry about your miscarriages as that can be common when not on an optimum of meds.

[Polaris]

I'm so sorry you've had such a difficult time....

Just wondering if you'd had B12 tested, as this is very much involved with thyroid, miscarriages and fertility generally:

b12deficiency.info/films

b12deficiency.info/signs-an...

[Clutter]

Chasing-rainbows, I'm so sorry you've miscarried again. NICE recommends TSH should be 0.4-2.0 in the first trimester and the BTA 2015 statement recommends <2.5 in the first trimester and <3 in the third.

cks.nice.org.uk/hypothyroid...

onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi...

Antibodies rise after an autoimmune attack on the thyroid, and the attack can also cause inflammation. If your GP detects swelling when s/he palpates your throat and neck you should be referred for an ultrasound scan. A scan shows the size and condition of your thyroid gland and the size of any nodules which may be present. A small, coarse textured gland is consistent with Hashimoto's damage, whereas a normal sized, smooth texture is generally a sign of a healthy gland.

This link explains why Hashimoto's patients many benefit from 100% gluten-free diet.

chriskresser.com/the-gluten...

[Chasing-rainbows in reply to Clutter]

Ok,

So I went first thing this morning and had my bloods done.

Test was done about half nine, is that a good time for accurate results? Fasted too.

Then saw a Dr, who was unable to feel any obvious swelling, but did say inside my throat looks red - is this more likely to be the start of a viral infection?

Or could the redness be related to the antibodies?

Will be going back to see Dr when results are ready

Xx

[Clutter in reply to Chasing-rainbows]

Chasing-rainbows, TSH fluctuates according to circadian rhythms so a result any time of day is accurate. Those looking for a diagnosis or dose increased are advised to test when TSH is highest early in the morning.

I don't think an inflammed thyroid gland would cause a red throat, it's likely to be red due to an infection.

[Chasing-rainbows in reply to Clutter]

Ok thanks.

I'm not feeling like I have a cold or anything at the moment but I guess I could be brewing one. I know after a miscarriage you're immune system is low anyway.

Let's see what these results show then. I guess I'm just hoping for a diagnosis and to get on the medication properly, I'm no longer on the trial now anyway.

[Chasing-rainbows]

I need to get this investigated. I feel awful

I'm due a retest of my tsh and antibodies, which I'll get done asap and hopefully my GP will be able to help me.

If this lump feeling isn't my thyroid I would assume it's anxiety, yet it's been a constant feeling for days which in itself is unbearable.

[christina1952]

So sorry to hear that - heart-breaking for you. I was also diagnosed just after a miscarriage and had the funny choking feeling in throat and also a very irregular heartbeat, as well as feeling done in by early afternoons. Often wonder if this was the reason I miscarried. Have been on Levothyroxine ever since. Definitely check with your doctor.

[Chasing-rainbows]

Ok,

So I went first thing this morning and had my bloods done.

Test was done about half nine, is that a good time for accurate results? Fasted too.

Then saw a Dr, who was unable to feel any obvious swelling, but did say inside my throat looks red - is this more likely to be the start of a viral infection?

Or could the redness be related to the antibodies?

Will be going back to see Dr when results are ready

Xx