Contradictory advice

[Newcastle2013]

Hello

Over the past few years I've moved for work so changed endocrinologists, each one offering different advice. Does anyone know of a good specialist (toxic goitre) in the north of England?

I'm really concerned that the current one is pushing RAI as I can't find enough information to make an informed decision.

I said I'd received contradictory advice, and his response was he couldn't speak for them.

Thanks in advance Hx

[Howard39]

Hi

I’ve never had one myself but both my neighbours regret having the RAI.

Got to agree “ run” from that. One has had awful side effects.

[Newcastle2013 in reply to Howard39]

Thanks x

[bantam12]

Many have RAI and it works a treat, no problems at all.

[Newcastle2013 in reply to bantam12]

Thanks x

[Hidden]

I had thyroidectomy and I wish I ran from this too.... both suck your never right unless your lucky.

[Newcastle2013 in reply to Hidden]

Did you have full or partial? Was it for goitre or regular overactive?

My head's spinning with the doctor's info or lack of x

[Newcastle2013]

Thanks for the info x

[bantam12]

There are others on the forum who are doing very well after RAI, as you know. I had Graves for 30 years before RAI so I'm well aware of the problems but it doesn't "cause major damage" to everyone.

[Arlenka]

Years ago I saw a program that was very negative about RAI and the effects of it years after the fact and because of it I had a total thyroidectomy. One doctor chastised me so much he had me in tears and my blood pressure seriously elevated. Needless to say I ignored him and went through with the surgery and am thankful that I did since it is 40 years on and although I’ve suffered with fluctuations with my medications I feel it is better than the side effects of RAI. Good luck. Research/knowledge is best. x

[Newcastle2013 in reply to Arlenka]

Thank you so much....

I'm so worried, the doctor has sent me an appointment for a radioactive scan; charging ahead without asking x