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Sharing my T3 experience

I was prescribed t3 by my private g.p and I want to Boots to purchase it. I couldn't believe how expensive it was. They were charging £95 for 28 days of...

I was prescribed t3 by my private g.p and I want to Boots to purchase it. I cou...

RITAD

•11 years ago

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results back .

24/6/2013 serum TSH level hi 75.74 mu/l [0.40-5.00 u] NKST1. serum free T4 level Lo 5.1 pmol/L [ 9.0-19.0 u] NKST3 blood glucose -plasma...

24/6/2013 serum TSH level hi 75.74 mu/l [0.40-5.00 u] NKST1. ...

balla

•11 years ago

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Could I have Hashitoxicosis?

I started taking T3 about 4 months ago. I had reduced T4 from 150mcg to 100mcg and had built up to 30mcg T3 (split into 3 doses), and then, as I still didn't...

I started taking T3 about 4 months ago. I had reduced T4 from 150mcg to 100mcg ...

Katkin1

•11 years ago

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how long does it take for throxine to regulate my thyroid. I have been on it for 2 years and still feel tired all the time.

Barber

•11 years ago

1 Reply

Symptoms of, eg: likely lack Vit B 12, Vit D,athlete,vegetarian defficiency? Ie, any retail supplements that can be suggested?With thanks...

coetzeegisela

•11 years ago

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For those with a thirst for knowledge, a very good article on B12 deficiency attached

http://www.aahs.org/medstaff/wp-content/uploads/vitbdefnejm2013.pdf

Hidden

•11 years ago

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How do you take your Thyroxine?

I was given some advise when I last picked up my medication that I should take my thyroxine at least a half an hour before any other medication or having...

I was given some advise when I last picked up my medication that I should take m...

rosaann52

•11 years ago

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can anyone explain to me the difference between levothyroxine and armour/nature thyroxine. and can I ask GP to change prescription.

currently taking 175mcg daily and always get told levels are fine even though I feel awful most of the time.

currently taking 175mcg daily and always get told levels are fine even though I ...

always-hopeful71

•11 years ago

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Feeling Great

I just wanted to put an update on here. Since starting T3 in April and joining slimming world 8 weeks ago my weight has gone down from 14 stone 2 to 12 stone...

I just wanted to put an update on here. Since starting T3 in April and joining s...

lesleywagg

•11 years ago

27 Replies

Does an 'in range' full blood count result prove my iron, ferritin and B12 levels are fine?

My gp refuses to send me for separate iron,ferritin or B12 level tests saying my full blood count was fine. He's prescribed me anti depressants for tiredness...

My gp refuses to send me for separate iron,ferritin or B12 level tests saying my...

Mossycat

•11 years ago

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OMG I've just listened to my voice mail and listened to my Sisters rant

She says ignore the Internet and those peolpe who are advising you they are just on the Internet, listen to your Dr He is the only one who can help, you are...

She says ignore the Internet and those peolpe who are advising you they are just...

Hidden

•11 years ago

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Help, please. Levo lowered and BP rising again.

I went to the GP a week and a half ago. Levo at 50ug. Was feeling ok, but a bit tired. A week away from my B12 injection. TSH was 0.01 and T4 20. She wasn't...

I went to the GP a week and a half ago. Levo at 50ug. Was feeling ok, but a bit ...

Cinnamon

•11 years ago

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Confused, tired and gaining weight.

Hi, I had the radioactive iodine treatment in May ( toxic nodules), I was then prescribed 75mg of Thyroxine but after several weeks I had to stop taking the...

Hi, I had the radioactive iodine treatment in May ( toxic nodules), I was then p...

mags1909

•11 years ago

1 Reply

Is there a link between thyroid and tonsils out

Loubelou1621

•11 years ago

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Strange symptoms today.

This morning I felt like my throat was closing, had pain in my left arm and jaw, cold sweats and nausea. Has anyone else experienced this. It lasted for about...

This morning I felt like my throat was closing, had pain in my left arm and jaw,...

Mia1057

•11 years ago

8 Replies

Don't know where to go next !

Latest results are T4 = 27 and TSH = < 0.02. Currently on Thyroxine 200 mcg daily. Any thoughts would be greatly appreciated. I still feel totally worn out...

Latest results are T4 = 27 and TSH = < 0.02. Currently on Thyroxine 200 mcg dai...

HMH65

•11 years ago

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Goiter is starting to press on my throat uncomfortably - can anyone tell me the criteria for having thyroidectomy? Thanks

I'm hypothyroid with Hashimoto's and the goiter in my neck is starting to become uncomfortable - it feels like there is something stuck in my throat the whole...

I'm hypothyroid with Hashimoto's and the goiter in my neck is starting to become...

ebites

•11 years ago

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Hello, I asked for the results of my Thyroid blood tests...... It reads SERUM TSH level (RKA8350). Normal..NO. 2.07m-U/L 0.40.4.00m/U/L..

Is this normal..Thanks..Denise.x

DENISE

•11 years ago

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No other way to ask this: anyone else find Levo makes them dance the green apple two-step?

I went up to 75mcg three weeks ago and although I still have hypo symptoms and my last blood tests were distinctly abnormal, my digestive system is suddenly...

I went up to 75mcg three weeks ago and although I still have hypo symptoms and m...

ebites

•11 years ago

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Really abnormal blood results - do I need more urgent treatment or is the 'wait and see' approach ok? Worried about permanent damage.

Diagnosed 3 months ago - my initial blood test results showed TSH of 242.3 and T4 of 3.5, then two months later TSH of 94 and T4 of 6. Obviously it's improving...

Diagnosed 3 months ago - my initial blood test results showed TSH of 242.3 and T...

ebites

•11 years ago

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Would like to try armour. Seems you pay for the prescription but can someone please tell me where to find a doctor to write the prescription

madwife

•11 years ago

3 Replies

Help please, my hair is falling out.

I was diagnosed this week. My TSH was 7.31 and I was put on 50 mgs of Levothyroxine for an initial period of 3 months before my GP says he will review it. I...

I was diagnosed this week. My TSH was 7.31 and I was put on 50 mgs of Levothyrox...

emerson

•11 years ago

41 Replies

British National Formulary (BNF) - a couple of observations

Many people here find it useful to look at the British National Formulary to see information about medicines. Recently they have told us that they have...

Many people here find it useful to look at the British National Formulary to see...

helvella

Administrator•11 years ago

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can i take alcohol with levothyroxine?

hi ive just been diagnosed with hypothryrodism about two mnths ago. i take 25mcg of levo at 11.30pm wen i go to bed. tonight im going out for a few drinks when...

hi ive just been diagnosed with hypothryrodism about two mnths ago. i take 25mcg...

danid1989

•11 years ago

3 Replies

Motown and Soul

I didnt feel too great yesterday quite tired and achy but I made the effort to go and meet some friends at our local Motown and Soul night. I enjoyed myself...

I didnt feel too great yesterday quite tired and achy but I made the effort to g...

Sharon56

•11 years ago

10 Replies

Blood Tests

Hi all recently had bood tests done was told by endo to alternate levo 50 one day 75 the next tried it for 8 weeks but felt really ill so i carried on with 75...

Hi all recently had bood tests done was told by endo to alternate levo 50 one da...

Lifeback

•11 years ago

2 Replies

no antibodies... ??

endo tells me no antibodies & that i am not hypothroid even though my gp has thought i have been, my readings are marginally high and fluctuate to normal & up...

endo tells me no antibodies & that i am not hypothroid even though my gp has tho...

sky00

•11 years ago

7 Replies

Is it wise to take Stemitil for dizziness if I am taking Levothyroxine 75 mcg daily? Can the balance prob be caused by underactive thy.

My last bt was TSH of 1.85 but have check up with dr in two weeks time.

Happygirl15

•11 years ago

5 Replies

What are the typical symptoms of RT3?

I've been reading some posts and questions today which have got me wondering about RT3. It would be helpful to know what the typical symptoms are.

I've been reading some posts and questions today which have got me wondering abo...

Woodhouse

•11 years ago

1 Reply

Help With Vitamin D, Ferritin, Folate

Laboratory Procedures = 60 nmol/L Total 25-OH = Total Vitamin D level >50 nmol/L Ferritin = 29 ug/L Folate = 4.5 ug/L Thank you

Laboratory Procedures = 60 nmol/L Total 25-OH = Total Vitamin D level >50 nmol/L...

lucky10

•11 years ago

7 Replies

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All posts for August 2013

Sharing my T3 experience

results back .

Could I have Hashitoxicosis?

how long does it take for throxine to regulate my thyroid. I have been on it for 2 years and still feel tired all the time.

Symptoms of, eg: likely lack Vit B 12, Vit D,athlete,vegetarian defficiency? Ie, any retail supplements that can be suggested?With thanks...

For those with a thirst for knowledge, a very good article on B12 deficiency attached

How do you take your Thyroxine?

can anyone explain to me the difference between levothyroxine and armour/nature thyroxine. and can I ask GP to change prescription.

Feeling Great

Does an 'in range' full blood count result prove my iron, ferritin and B12 levels are fine?

OMG I've just listened to my voice mail and listened to my Sisters rant

Help, please. Levo lowered and BP rising again.

Confused, tired and gaining weight.

Is there a link between thyroid and tonsils out

Strange symptoms today.

Don't know where to go next !

Goiter is starting to press on my throat uncomfortably - can anyone tell me the criteria for having thyroidectomy? Thanks

Hello, I asked for the results of my Thyroid blood tests...... It reads SERUM TSH level (RKA8350). Normal..NO. 2.07m-U/L 0.40.4.00m/U/L..

No other way to ask this: anyone else find Levo makes them dance the green apple two-step?

Really abnormal blood results - do I need more urgent treatment or is the 'wait and see' approach ok? Worried about permanent damage.

Would like to try armour. Seems you pay for the prescription but can someone please tell me where to find a doctor to write the prescription

Help please, my hair is falling out.

British National Formulary (BNF) - a couple of observations

can i take alcohol with levothyroxine?

Motown and Soul

Blood Tests

no antibodies... ??

Is it wise to take Stemitil for dizziness if I am taking Levothyroxine 75 mcg daily? Can the balance prob be caused by underactive thy.

What are the typical symptoms of RT3?

Help With Vitamin D, Ferritin, Folate

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