Can u get Hashimotos after hypothyroidism?

[alysonkerry-]

Have been Hypo for 10 years & posted previously about newly developed symptoms can u develop hashimotos even though I didn't have it when diagnosed hypo as antibodies were low, and can it flare up from time to time Thanku ?

[greygoose]

Just because antibodies were low when first tested, doesn't mean you didn't have it then, because anitbodies fluctuate. But, yes, you can develop Hashi's later, if something triggers it, like supplementing with iodine.

[alysonkerry- in reply to greygoose]

Thanku for your reply that's explained things better goin for bloods next week will see what they say

[Hidden]

I was hypo for 8 years and then went on to develop Hashimoto's around 5 years ago. If I could turn the clock back to 5 years ago I would have dealt with it differently, firstly I would have paid more attention to gut issues, I think now this was actually quite a crucial link for me and prolonged the agony. Not only does gut issues reduce the ability to absorb nutrients but things like leaky gut and candida can cause unwanted inflammation. Secondly I would have had an iodine loading test, as Iodine deficiency can be the cause of hypothyroidism in the first place. I had a test done about 9 months ago and was found to be deficient. Personally I wouldn't rely on doctors to advise as they have no idea about anything except drugs. If you have been iodine deficient for sometime you should take things very very slowly, perhaps starting with iodized salt. Copper is needed to utilize iodine and you also need selenium. But in any event, you should do your own research and satisfy yourself about whether you need supplementation. Too much to quickly is not a good idea. I have been using iodized salt for about 6 months now and for the first time in 5 years I have a normal body temperature

[humanbean in reply to Hidden]

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I think the iodine loading test shows iodine deficiency in virtually everyone.

townsendletter.com/Jan2013/...

[Hidden]

I don't think I actually said what test I had done, but it just so happens it was the iodine loading test. Other than the loading test, there is the iodine spot test (collection of a.m urine - no loading) plus the patch test and I think a saliva test. For every link you show me that says the loading test is useless I can probably give you another link that shows its the gold standard and reliable. Just a random link here:-

thelucyroseclinic.com.au/ab...

Perhaps everyone does have an iodine deficiency - that's one possibility, but at the end of the day I have to go with what I think is a reliable and accurate test - not sure what you would suggest. The controversy over iodine testing/supplementation will no doubt continue for years to come but I made my decision based on a fair amount of research and it has given good results FOR ME.

[alysonkerry- in reply to Hidden]

Thanku for the info it's really interesting will chat with my gp & see what she thinks & if no help can look at orivate texting if need be glad your feeling better :))

[greygoose in reply to Hidden]

The iodine patch test is quite definitely useless.

You're very unlikely to have iodine deficiency if you are on thyroid hormone replacement.

[Hidden in reply to greygoose]

GG, thanks for your comments. I realise the patch test is useless which is why I chose the loading test, only to be told this is useless as well. It would have been more helpful if someone could have suggested a test which was useful for the benefit of everyone.

One grain of NDT provides 1/5th of iodine RDA. I take 1.5 grains so that gives me 3/10ths of my daily needs, and many researchers think 150mcg is too low anyway, so I am not sure how you can reliably predict that I am unlikely to have an iodine deficiency because I take thyroid hormone.

Perhaps you know something I don't - like to share?

[greygoose in reply to Hidden]

Not when I'm talked to like that, no I don't care to share.

[Hidden in reply to greygoose]

I'm sorry no idea what you mean, talked to like what? I received 2 negative comments on my post and all I asked was for you to share what you know so that we can all benefit. I have clearly misinterpreted what these sites are all about - but if you are going to churn out statements it doesn't seem unreasonable to ask you to share how you have arrived at your conclusions.

Seems to me you are the one who is being rude without any provocation.

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My apologies, I did say I had a loading test.

[UrsaP]

I saw a thyroid specialist over 35 years ago, when I was about 19yrs. He had already operated on my sister to remove nodules (Made no links to family history) After 2 years of to-ing and fro-ing with blood tests randomly throughout, where he and his entourage would say 'there was something', 'there wasn't something', (without so much as a word to me!) I remember he dismissed me, with a wave of his hand, saying 'lack of iodine changing from a girl into a woman...don't come back unless your Dr sends you.' Unfortunately I moved away and away from my own very good DR, and it took me another 10 years to get a 'positive' diagnosis and T4. Another 20+ years and a lot of fight after that, to get put on t3 only and feel like I was actually alive! Iodine, or lack of it, must be significant. But we all know, these issues are complicated and impact people in different ways. Until proper research is done, we are not going to get taken seriously by many. We have to find what works for us, ourselves, with the help of each other and a few very good Dr's. Good luck.