I have recently been diagnosed with Hashimoto and am taking thyroxine and liothyronine daily for this condition . Although l see the endocrine consultant a few times a year l don’t feel I use this meeting effectively . He outlines my blood results in general terms , usually saying each result is within the normal range . However l feel he never gives any information without being asked a specific question and the consultation lasts between 5 and 10 minutes .
Has anyone got any suggestions for questions that l could ask him that would throw more light on this condition . 😊
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It doesn't sound as if this consultant is treating you effectively....the onus is on him to help you by explaining your condition and the reasons for the treatment he has prescribed.
Well....in an ideal world!!
The following may help you ask some informedcquestions
You might find it useful to look at the Thyroid UK website at thyroiduk.org/
The section 'If you are hypothyroid' may be helpful to give you a general understanding of your underactive thyroid.
Do you have any of your blood test results? Post these on here for people to comment. You need the ranges with these. You are entitled to have these results.
To be fair : the time given is his scheduled time allowed and he will be treating your symptoms and how they present - either by showing up in a blood or other tests, or by you telling him what your symptoms are.
Do you fell well ? What are your concerns?
It’s a very big topic so don’t assume he’s not doing a good job : he’s working with the information he has and within his hospital schedule.
If you have questions or symptoms you want to discuss at your consultation , prepare for it by writing them down - take them with you - or send to him ahead of your next consultation.
In the meantime there is lots of information on here about optimising your diet and vitamins which you can learn about, which will support your health.
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