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[Jump1]

Thyroid has ruined my life. I can't keep doing this for yeaRs it's made me a recluse I don't want anyone to see me

[1tuppence]

May I see you here? You are not alone.....please know that, because it's important for you to know.

Here you will find kind and helpful people who care how you are, and who are willing to help you find your way to feeling better....... though I can feel you don't feel it is right now this is indeed possible, .... gentle hugs .

[Delgor]

Oh Jump, you are far from alone, and so I add my thoughts to 1tuppence because there are people out here who do care! I too, have become a bit of a recluse as I no longer see myself as the person I used to be or the person I should be but somehow or other we need to keep going and try to be positive which we can do with the support of others who have been there before us and managed to overcome things. I'm also sending you hugs and want you to know that you do matter more than you may ever think - keep strong! xx

[Imaaan]

Chronic illness has robbed our lives but pls dont let it rob you of hope for better days. Sending you love and light your way.

[TiggerMe]

When I got to this existential crisis point the anger thankfully won out and I found the knowledge and guidance here to turn things around and retake the power by treating myself, you maybe only a small step away from some great changes it just isn't always easy to see when you are so low 😕

Share you thoughts here and let us help 🤗 free membership of the fight back club

[beaubeau1121]

I am so sorry… & felt hopeless until I found this lovely group!!! With their expertise & experience… my determination was restored to fight the good fight ! Having survived chemo but with a chronic lymphoma.. I told an endo… I should be worried about cancer not thyroid medication & feeling poorly from T4 only treatment. So, this site inspired & enabled me to ask for T3 meds…& now.. I am well & thriving with the help of others here as I have worked with one after another endo until I found one uncomfortable but willing to monitor thus prescribe my cytomel/liothyrione…despite low TSH.

Wishing you all the best ahead for you too!!!

[PurpleButterfly2]

Hi Jump. Oh I hear you…!!! I was diagnosed last year in June as I was feeling so so ill. Hashimoto has also turned my life upside down. I have lost the person I used to be. It’s been a hell of a year for me too…. and a lot more hellish before I was medicated for it. I have been in the darkest places, feeling helpless and hopeless. Asking myself “Why me???" Not wanting to go on, as I like you I have become a recluse. I live with my hubby but I feel so alone, and so useless at times as everyone I know is getting on as normal with their lives…. Although I wouldn’t want to wish this condition on anyone, I must say that knowing that I’m not alone helps a lot. I have learned a lot on here (Thyroid Uk), and read books to better understand this condition.

Remember you’re NOT alone!!! I don’t know how long you’ve had this condition, but what I know from personal experience is that with any chronic conditions, it’s a process to learn to live with it. It’s like a rollercoaster but the the ride is a little smoother than it used to be. Remember to continue to share how you’re feeling as keeping feeling inside isn’t good.

Are you on medication? Are you being tested regularly (especially if new to hypothyroidism)?

Sending comforting hugs 🤗

[Carlax]

Hi Jump1,

I understand you so much!

The only thing I can say is that this website brought hope back into my life last Jan and I am slowly feeling slightly better about life and my condition.

Please keep reading the good stuff that is shown here and, when you feel like it, share your story with us so the very knowledgeable people on this site will be able to guide you in your journey.

Take care of yourself and keep in touch xx

[Cornwaller]

You are a unique diamond, one of the wonders of the universe. You're so special and you have a great challenge to restore your well being. If medics aren't helping then there is an alternative of guidance from the wonderful people on this site.

[Buddy195 Administrator]

I would see if there is a local TUK support group in your area by contacting the TUK office. I run a local group in North Yorkshire, but other support groups are in different areas. Talking 1:1 or in a small group might offer additional support to that available on the online forum. We are here to help and support, so do keep reaching out Jump1.

[buddy99]

You are right, Jump1, thyroid issues can take away a lot from you. Hopelessness can settle in when these losses occur, when one is sick and tired of fighting every turn with doctors, employers, family and with one's own body, when dreams pop like bubbles. There is a flipside to this, an opportunity to gain new friends (like in this forum), learn new things, become more compassionate with others, make choices that improve overall health. For every downside there seems to be at least one upside. I'm often frustrated and look with regret at what I've lost, get tired of the constant fight and stay away from people as much as I can, but then remind myself of what I've gained. I would think that everybody here wants to see you, embrace you and hold you up. You are in good hands. Never give up. Love and care often comes unexpectedly.

[limonene7]

Totally appreciate where you're coming from. You sound like me. Thank goodness for this forum! xx

[Batty1]

Don’t let this disease take over your life and your not alone you have all of us.

[Kowbie]

hello jump1 I feel for you as I know the feeling , I don’t know if your on medication but if you are and if you were to put your results on here I’m sure some of the more knowledgeable people would be abl to tell you if you needed a change of medication, but I’m thinking of you and wish you well and a big cuddle and hug from me x

[Hunny_BEE]

It is SO very difficult - but this forum certainly helps. Your post has helped me … because I too have become so reclusive, not creative or motivated like I used to be. I don’t like to think of anyone feeling like this but it is also good to know that we are not alone. Let’s keep plugging along together. 🌻

[Midlake]

hi Jump1- I so so empathise with how your feeling right now. No one other than other sufferers seem to really understand what your going through and you can sometimes think you must be making it all up. But I get it, it’s real and you deserve help and support and love. I’ve had those feelings and still do occasionally, it’s a bumpy ride back to some kind of new, hopeful‘normal’. To feel some joy again. I live on my own( my teenage boys are with me half the week), had to have loads of time off work this year, got really depressed and felt so alone and pointless. The future I had worked so hard for ( re trained, new career) seems to have crumbled but with tiny steps trying to claw back a life but had to make big changes which I’m still struggling with accepting. It’s bloody hard and I want someone to sweep me up and make everything alright but there is no one except myself and I hate that! Still i and you are fighters, we have so much to offer and give, our experience makes us - and I hate to be cheesy but it’s true - richer and wonderful human beings. I live near Brighton and I will look for a local support group because together we have so much to share and support to give others, love the you