I am somewhat surprised by the replies I have received.
I have had numerous visits to my G.P.
I have been virtually housebound for many weeks
. Having pain patches, anti inflammatory drugs, pain killing tablets and a pair of crutches
Wouldn't it have been cheaper and kinder to prescribe the correct medication?
For what reason could my G.P be witholding treatment?
One word dominates: Ignorance.
I see from you previous posts you doctor says you have Hashimotos (autoimmune Hypothyroid) and your thyroid is on 'reserves'. He knows this but won't treat you.
Can I suggest you ask him/her why? and ask for your actual blood test results e.g. TSH, FT4, FT3. As well as getting vitamins/minerals tested such as Irons, ferratin, folate, B12, and Vitamin D3 - all are in the mix to feel better.
I took me a while to get over the fact that I was being ignored until things got worse, e.g. still untreated as my TSH is within range at 5.12 (range 0.3 to 5.5) but my aches and pains have eased with vitamin D supplements - just my experience (but quite a few others too!).
Best wishes Jane 
Also have a look at the main site (Thyroid UK) - getting a diagnosis (although I think you've already got one!)
Hello,
You are experiencing what thousands of others have experienced before you with regard to the ignorance of many GP's. That probably doesn't help except to tell you that you are not alone. Spareribs advice above about getting a diagnosis is very good and you may find you doctor more cooperative if you present him with lots of information. If he still has problems tell him that Health Unlocked of which Thyroid UK is one of the communities is recommended by NHS Choices and it is from us that you have received this information.
Jane x
It does take a while to get over the shock of finding out that the people who should be helping you, doctors, in the main don't. Janeb is right about presenting your doc with a lot of information. You could also try transferring surgeries if he isn't cooperative.
bertie, the usual statement seems to be they are afraid you will have a heart attack if they dose you properly, in other words so your TSH is one or below. It could also be an excuse for not approving more expensive treatments. To allow you to become an invalid is very troubling. I would listen to others who have made changes to their current caregivers.
I don't know how many others feel this way but being undertreated for six years left me with certain muscle impairments yet to be totally identified. I'm just encouraging you to get the right treatment for YOU as soon as you can and do whatever it takes to accomplish that.
Thank you for the vitamins advice
Thanks for the replies
Is having an underactive thyroid or hashimotos disease a life long condition?
Started thyroxine today - thank you for all your advice!
