Hypo to thyroiditis

[Darrenshere]

Hi guys .I am a 37 year old dad was diagnosed was hypothyroidism last October 2017 was taking eltoxin, symtoms was all over the place so gradually came of them,of since June 2018 .diagnosed with thyroiditis was good for about 2months but no were near normal ..went down hill fast this last month fatigue tiredness sore joints and head ,funny sensations over my body and face. Cannot sleep prob .conspation stomach bloating feeling sick.. and my tsh is normal and t3 and t4 all good to ..so was wanting to know if this is normal for thyroiditis.. from Fed up dad of 5

[Jazzw]

As we often say here, “normal” is an opinion not a fact. What were your actual blood test results, do you know? It sounds like you may have Hashimoto’s thyroiditis and sadly, that’s how it goes - feel a bit better, feel a bit worse...

A TSH in the normal range doesn’t mean you don’t need levothyroxine.

[shaws Administrator]

Once you are diagnosed, hypothyroidism it is for life. You need to take levothyroxine and did you know that once diagnosed it is such a serious condition that you no longer have to pay for any other prescriptions for any other illnesses you may develop? If antibodies are present you have a condition called Autoimmune Thyroid Disease commonly called Hashimoto's or hashis. Going gluten-free can help reduce the attack of the antibodies on your thyroid gland but treatment is the same.

You have to read, learn and ask questions. These are steps to follow - doctors seem to know zilch about treating patients.

All blood tests have to be at the very earliest, fasting (you can drink water). If you were taking thyroid hormones (if you don't there are serious consequences) you'd allow a gap of 24 hours between last dose of levothyroxine and the test and take afterwards.

Levothyroxine is a synthetic hormone and it is T4 alone. It has to convert to the Active Hormone which is called T3 (liothyronine) and it is T3 which is needed in all of our T3

receptor cells and the heart and brain contain the most. Without sufficient our body cannot function and we feel awful.

You actually need a Full Thyroid Function Test (GP usually or lab wont do it). You can get a private one and it may be worth it and get you onto good health more quickly. We have three labs and they do home pin-prick tests and NHS have been told only TSH and T4 is sufficient but it isn't.

If you decide on a private test, make sure you are well hydrated a couple of days before blood draw - which has to be at the very earliest - fasting but you can drink water - and if you were taking thyroid hormone replacements you'd allow a gap of 24 hours between last dose and test and take afterwards. Labs are Blue Horizon, Medichecks or Thriva.

thyroiduk.org.uk/tuk/testin...

You need A Full Thyroid Function Test which is:-

TSH, T4, T3, Free T4, Free T3 and thyroid antibodies.

GP has to test B12, Vit D, iron, ferritin and folate.

Post your results on a new post with the ranges. Ranges are important to enable members to respond - labs differ in their ranges.

Post your results on a new post for comments. GP should test B12, Vit D, iron, ferritin and folate. Deficiencies also cause symptoms.

Always get a print-out of your results for your own records and post if you have a query. Aim is a TSH of 1 or lower with Free T4 and Free T3 towards the upper part of the ranges. If antibodies are present going gluten-free can help reduce the attack of them on your thyroid gland which means you also become hypothyroid.

[Mary-intussuception]

It's the Thyroiditis which causes the Hypothyroidism.

[Boohbette17]

Hi Darrenshere, here is some extra info . I learned alot thru awesome Dr.Izabela Wentz thyroid pharmacist. thyroidpharmacist.com/artic...

I have a brother who has 4 children & so I know how much you are needed & appreciated by your family - hope you feel better & better soon!🤗💫🙏