New GP who understands thyroid!!

[Elle137]

Private endocrinologist discharged me back to my surgery as he "could not" treat me with my TSH being back in range, positive TPO in the 300's & ultrasound showing small thyroid (ords) still highly symptomatic, saw another GP at the practice really to ask for a 2nd opinion. New GP listed my symptoms (previous GP did not) on my records & told me he is prepared to treat me, he can see I'm "suffering" & "let's see" what helps, hurrah! I asked for LDN (inflammation) & levothyroxine, starting on 50, finally there's light at the end of the tunnel! Thank you so so much to everyone on here, knowledgeable, helpful, kind & supportive when you feel really lost & low xx

[DippyDame]

Where do they find these endos.......Disney Land!!

Hope the new GP continues to listen and understand, sounds promising.

Gluten free diet for Hashi's

Make sure your dose is monitored.....test 6/8 weeks after each increase until symptoms resolve.

First increase to 75mcg levo

Good luck

[Elle137 in reply to DippyDame]

Thank you 🙂 my choice of endocrinologist I'm afraid, was before I joined this group! It is shocking though the huge difference in everyone's treatment & care, I was expecting a "battle" to be honest!I've been gluten free & lactose free (advice from here) for a few months now & feel a little better, supplementing as advised, again on here, it all helps 😊

I wish you continued health x

[SarahJane1471]

WOW! I’m not surprised at an Endo being rubbish but I am at a knowledgeable GP !

Hang on to that GP

[Elle137 in reply to SarahJane1471]

Unfortunately I was "too excited" I got a text from the surgery, can't prescribe LDN as I'm not alcohol or drug dependant! But I'm happy with levo, it's scary being at the mercy of another human for medication is the reality.....stay well 😊