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How can my Ferritin have dropped again?

My Ferritin started out at 10, (ref range 13-150) - it only went up to 13 after months and months of supplementing with Ferrous Sulphate from the doc. I...

My Ferritin started out at 10, (ref range 13-150) - it only went up to 13 after ...

muddywaters

•12 years ago

7 Replies

What else can gp's prescribe?

I end up getting myself tied up in knots when I search the net for information on hypothyroidism as more often that not it relates to American patients, who it...

I end up getting myself tied up in knots when I search the net for information o...

bev111

•12 years ago

12 Replies

has any one a fungal rash

Afterthe chnages (downward) in dosage due to latests guidelines for average people, I have developed a rash which is similar to a fungal rash GP treating as...

Afterthe chnages (downward) in dosage due to latests guidelines for average peop...

meki

•12 years ago

4 Replies

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Is anyone else suffering from aches and pains in their legs, feet and shoulders?

For about 9 months now I have been suffering from pains in my feet, knees and shoulders. Some days I barely feel a thing; others I have to take painkillers...

For about 9 months now I have been suffering from pains in my feet, knees and sh...

DoodleMum

•12 years ago

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Thyroid per oxidase antibody level (XaDvU) 116 u/L (0.0 - 75.0). Above high. G.P said I was fine! Now seen Endo!

Hi My results came back an my g.p. said I was fine. The Levothyroxine didn't need adjusting, 100 mic grams. I asked him why I still felt so cr*p. he...

Hi My results came back an my g.p. said I was fine. The Levothyroxine didn't n...

Hidden

•12 years ago

11 Replies

Levothyroxine side effects already on 2nd day?

Hi there, I wrote a post last week to say hello, that Ive been put on levothyroxine, I go between underactive and subclinical hypothyroid. Started on 25 mcg...

Hi there, I wrote a post last week to say hello, that Ive been put on levothyrox...

shanmoo

•12 years ago

4 Replies

Newly diagnosed Endocrinologist appointment in 2 weeks

I have been reading all about Hypothyroidism, of course, having been diagnosed in November. There are some horror stories out there aren't there. !! I am...

I have been reading all about Hypothyroidism, of course, having been diagnosed i...

kashmash

•12 years ago

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Glasgow Appointment - follow up

I posted in December about my worries over seeing an expensive private Dr. You all piled in with such great support that I was able to contemplate it quite...

I posted in December about my worries over seeing an expensive private Dr. You a...

Hiphypo

•12 years ago

17 Replies

Hi could someone plse tell me if my thyroid results are too low.my tsh levels are o.14 and my t4 is o.9.

tina2

•12 years ago

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Thyroid function test results in - normal???

Hello again! A really quick summary of events so far.......... Noticed a slight lump on neck and blood test done on 23/10/12. Returned for results a week...

Hello again! A really quick summary of events so far.......... Noticed a sligh...

nickym1

•12 years ago

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Very disappointing blood test results!

I have Hashimotos, and my last blood test result for TSH was .020 which was way too low, so GP suggested that I reduced my thyroxine from 125mcgs to 100mcgs. I...

I have Hashimotos, and my last blood test result for TSH was .020 which was way ...

beanyjeany

•12 years ago

5 Replies

Novel Cancer Hypothesis Suggests Antioxidants Are Harmful

It had to happen. We have been inundated by every Tom, Dick and Harry telling us all to consume as much anti-oxidants as we can. Now Dr James Watson (yes,...

It had to happen. We have been inundated by every Tom, Dick and Harry telling us...

helvella

Administrator•12 years ago

15 Replies

Technical issues - please be patient

Vinay from Health Unlocked has informed me that, due to stress on the server, they are trying to balance the load so we may experience some problems with the...

Vinay from Health Unlocked has informed me that, due to stress on the server, th...

PinkNinja

•12 years ago

5 Replies

Does anyone know of any good NSH consultant/endo in London?

I am in a bit of a difficult situation right now. See my recent post here...

Ocean2

•12 years ago

7 Replies

I do love my GP

Went to GP this afternoon for blood results still low going to up it 25mg.But before that having coil taking out next week as just found out there are side...

Went to GP this afternoon for blood results still low going to up it 25mg.But be...

Hidden

•12 years ago

3 Replies

Fed up!!!

I was diagnoised in May 2012 as underactive! I have gone from 50 to 75 and last week up to 100mg of levothyroxine! My results are TSH 1.5 catchment is 0.3-...

I was diagnoised in May 2012 as underactive! I have gone from 50 to 75 and last...

sarah2237

•12 years ago

4 Replies

GP has got no idea of how to treat my hypothyroidism. Any good Endo in London, not very expensive, please? I am self funding.

Finally I got referral letter to see Endo at the london Clinic. As I am self funding I find it very expensive. Previous Endo and GP have messed with my...

Finally I got referral letter to see Endo at the london Clinic. As I am self fun...

sisi

•12 years ago

3 Replies

Me and GP confused over TSH levels.

Hi, I had bloods done in early Dec. and the TSH came back at 18.3 so the bloods were repeated on the 10th Jan. Today I have the results,As the TSH was 0.739...

Hi, I had bloods done in early Dec. and the TSH came back at 18.3 so the bloods ...

beaton

•12 years ago

4 Replies

Hair on legs not growing any more - is this a common feature of hypo?

I am hypo. TSH 0.05 now and FT3 in the top 1/3 of range. The hairs on my legs and armpits have started to grow only very very slowly. I know if I go to the...

I am hypo. TSH 0.05 now and FT3 in the top 1/3 of range. The hairs on my legs a...

Flowers2

•12 years ago

33 Replies

Hypo and dry itchy skin

I have hypo TSH 0.05 and FT3 in top third of range, so all ok there. BUT I have really really dry skin which had now become itchy. My scalp flakes and so do...

I have hypo TSH 0.05 and FT3 in top third of range, so all ok there. BUT I hav...

Flowers2

•12 years ago

3 Replies

Hypo and neuralga

A simple question. For 14 months or so I have been getting intermittent bouts of ear/tooth/head aches. Could this be linked to hypothyroidism?

A simple question. For 14 months or so I have been getting intermittent bouts of...

reelingenious

•12 years ago

8 Replies

T3

Hi is there anyoe in the stafford area that is on T3, im looking into finding a GP that is open to give me a trial Thanks

Hi is there anyoe in the stafford area that is on T3, im looking into finding a ...

kimbo

•12 years ago

1 Reply

How to lose weight under active thyroid now under control

My underacttive thyroid is finally at the correct levels now any tips on losing weight ? I just can't lose the 3 stone weight I have gained!!! Thanku

My underacttive thyroid is finally at the correct levels now any tips on losing ...

Chilly

•12 years ago

6 Replies

TSH levels and general anesthetic

I have got to have a lump removed from my wrist, and have got to have a general anesthetic, and had my pre op checks at the hospital. My last TSH level in...

I have got to have a lump removed from my wrist, and have got to have a general ...

Rocky

•12 years ago

8 Replies

Just been diagnosed hypothyroid Doctor said I can't have full blood tests (T3 Thyroid anti-bodies) whilst taking Levothyroxine Is this true?

Woodhouse

•12 years ago

10 Replies

My fight to keep my T3 and the effects of sweeteners

Hi all, Its my first day back at work today and so first day back on the site - hope you all had a lovely Christmas and a happy, healthy start to the new...

Hi all, Its my first day back at work today and so first day back on the site...

Moggie

•12 years ago

27 Replies

How does LDN help with hypoT? Anyone had experience?

foxglove

•12 years ago

4 Replies

ThyroidChange - Tell the ATA and AACE how YOU feel about their treatment guidelines

ThyroidChange, the United Voice of Thyroid Patients Worldwide, are encouraging thyroid patients to comment on their thoughts about the American Thyroid...

ThyroidChange, the United Voice of Thyroid Patients Worldwide, are encouraging t...

lynmynott

Partner•12 years ago

11 Replies

has anyone any tips for looseing weight with underactive thyroid and the menopause ? I eat sensibly and heathily and go to gym 3x a week

for 1and 1/2 hours each time.

marditart

•12 years ago

15 Replies

Hypo & menopause issues, can anyone advise please?

I have been hypothyroid for a number of years and am stable on Levothyroxine but have recently hit the menopause. I went to my gp about 2 years ago because I...

I have been hypothyroid for a number of years and am stable on Levothyroxine but...

Lin1

•12 years ago

6 Replies

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All posts for January 2013

How can my Ferritin have dropped again?

What else can gp's prescribe?

has any one a fungal rash

Is anyone else suffering from aches and pains in their legs, feet and shoulders?

Thyroid per oxidase antibody level (XaDvU) 116 u/L (0.0 - 75.0). Above high. G.P said I was fine! Now seen Endo!

Levothyroxine side effects already on 2nd day?

Newly diagnosed Endocrinologist appointment in 2 weeks

Glasgow Appointment - follow up

Hi could someone plse tell me if my thyroid results are too low.my tsh levels are o.14 and my t4 is o.9.

Thyroid function test results in - normal???

Very disappointing blood test results!

Novel Cancer Hypothesis Suggests Antioxidants Are Harmful

Technical issues - please be patient

Does anyone know of any good NSH consultant/endo in London?

I do love my GP

Fed up!!!

GP has got no idea of how to treat my hypothyroidism. Any good Endo in London, not very expensive, please? I am self funding.

Me and GP confused over TSH levels.

Hair on legs not growing any more - is this a common feature of hypo?

Hypo and dry itchy skin

Hypo and neuralga

T3

How to lose weight under active thyroid now under control

TSH levels and general anesthetic

Just been diagnosed hypothyroid Doctor said I can't have full blood tests (T3 Thyroid anti-bodies) whilst taking Levothyroxine Is this true?

My fight to keep my T3 and the effects of sweeteners

How does LDN help with hypoT? Anyone had experience?

ThyroidChange - Tell the ATA and AACE how YOU feel about their treatment guidelines

has anyone any tips for looseing weight with underactive thyroid and the menopause ? I eat sensibly and heathily and go to gym 3x a week

Hypo & menopause issues, can anyone advise please?

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