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Letter to GP worked- thanks for advice. Thyroid testing

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I attach below an edited version of letter sent to GP. I was advised on here that mentioning Thyroid UK had given someone limited success with GP testing. I received a phone call the same day, all tests were agreed to and I was even given Food allergy testing as well (which I never requested). I am hoping to confirm through these tests that my underactive thyroid is Hashimotos disease.

I hope this may also prove successful for others (but if it helps only one person that's great). Thanks again..........

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helvellaAdministratorThyroid UK

You worded that well - a GP might have found it much more difficult to refuse tests when politely asked for, with some reasoning.

Well done. :-)

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Tayamil in reply to helvella

A month ago I new nothing at all about Thyroid issues. This site is a lifesaver. Thankyou!

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Tayamil

Excellent letter, well done!

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Tayamil in reply to SeasideSusie

Thanks for all your great work!

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Elisabeth41

Well done you for taking control of your own health. Your post has made my day. Stick with us there is always something new to learn! Very best wishes on your road to recovery.

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Tayamil in reply to Elisabeth41

Very many thanks and to you too!

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tattybogle

very reasonable, very effective , very well done :)

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Tayamil in reply to tattybogle

Thanks so much

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Alanna012

Excellent, well done!

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Tayamil in reply to Alanna012

Thankyou!

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t3rr

Really excellent letter, well done.

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Tayamil in reply to t3rr

Thankyou so much

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