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I have my first endo appt in December, should I go armed with anything so I am fully prepared? I am very fed up with my health this year and

am proposing making an appt with my gp. Annual thyroid blood test came back "ok" but I feel so unwell. Very cold, muscles and joints constantly aching, neck...

am proposing making an appt with my gp. Annual thyroid blood test came back "o...

londongemini2705

•11 years ago

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Hello everyone, ive been diagnose with hypo and I also have a bowel decease can your thyroid make things worse I am in so much pain. :(

mambosambo

•11 years ago

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T3 to T4 Conversion Issues

Hello everyone, I posted this on another thread and was advised to create my own post (I think I broke the rules!) I joined the forum on Wednesday so very much...

Hello everyone, I posted this on another thread and was advised to create my own...

gaelianbr

•11 years ago

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Eltroxin Supply Problems

I've been on Levothyroxine since January, on such a miniscule dose, it's hardly worth it - I feel absolutely poo and finally convinced the Endo to increase the...

I've been on Levothyroxine since January, on such a miniscule dose, it's hardly ...

hlinbaker

•11 years ago

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Underactive Thyroid and Periods

Hi, I was wondering if anyone knew much about the issues you can have with your periods due to thyroid problems. I have always been regular with my periods...

Hi, I was wondering if anyone knew much about the issues you can have with you...

hpfan123

•11 years ago

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How much iron is enough???

Hi All, Been taking iron tablets now (Ferrous Sulphate 200mcg's) for about 9 months and my Ferritin levels have gone from 12 to 63 (this was back in Sept) but...

Hi All, Been taking iron tablets now (Ferrous Sulphate 200mcg's) for about 9 mo...

Moggie

•11 years ago

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bloods

Well i spooke to the GP yesterday about my constant racing heart and anxiety and he is doing bloods again, said he will see what my bloods are like this time...

Well i spooke to the GP yesterday about my constant racing heart and anxiety and...

kimbo

•11 years ago

4 Replies

Medical bracelet a good idea?

I had a total thyroidectomy 6 weeks ago and starting to feel better slowly. Just wondering if it's a good idea to get a medical id bracelet. Has anyone...

I had a total thyroidectomy 6 weeks ago and starting to feel better slowly. J...

keb5332

•11 years ago

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Does anyone know of a link between Hashimotos disease and a problem with the hip flexors (aches when getting out of bed/off sofa)?

Nathalina

•11 years ago

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I have been told that I have an over active thyroid and been referred to an endocrinologist. Earliest appointment is end of feb next year.

Does any one now of a good private dr? I had a lump appear on my left shoulder bone last Friday and have now got one on my chest bone about 2inces apart from...

Does any one now of a good private dr? I had a lump appear on my left shoulder b...

Doubledee

•11 years ago

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Don't know what's happening but still not getting emails from thyroid uk Anyone else experiencing same problem ???

Angela

•11 years ago

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Advice on Adrenal Support

Hi, folks, I've been wondering what is other people's experience of finding the best adrenal support. I know that different things may work for different...

Hi, folks, I've been wondering what is other people's experience of finding the ...

lindygiles

•11 years ago

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Why do I feel so much worse first thing in the morning?

Im Hypo and I feel absolutely dreadful when I first wake up... gritty, puffy eyes, really tired (even after nine hours of unbroken sleep), headaches and the...

Im Hypo and I feel absolutely dreadful when I first wake up... gritty, puffy eye...

joannec123

•11 years ago

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Thyroid test results help

I'm new here and posted this a question first....not sure if it is better as a post or indeed what the difference is at the moment so forgive me if this is in...

I'm new here and posted this a question first....not sure if it is better as a ...

Funtimefrankie

•11 years ago

8 Replies

Thyroid Test results

I've been suffering from practically all the symptoms of hypothyroidism for over 8 years now. It has been a living nightmare. I came across the symptoms of an...

I've been suffering from practically all the symptoms of hypothyroidism for over...

Funtimefrankie

•11 years ago

16 Replies

Severe constipation and bowel problems, can this be thyroid related ? Recommended pain relief !

I was diagnosed with IBS several years ago before I knew anything about my thyroid problems (Hypo and Hashi's), for the past two months though the constipation...

I was diagnosed with IBS several years ago before I knew anything about my thyro...

itchyinsomniac

•11 years ago

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totally off topic but a memory brag (sorry if not allowed)

while on levo i was getting such memory problems where i couldnt for the life of me remember simple crochet stiches that it was frustrating me My grandaughter...

while on levo i was getting such memory problems where i couldnt for the life of...

mandy72

•11 years ago

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Endo visit!!

Informed today that all thyroid tests were normal. Asked why I am still suffering from all the symptoms. 'You have a little thing called Graves my dear' I...

Informed today that all thyroid tests were normal. Asked why I am still sufferi...

GeorgieB

•11 years ago

12 Replies

Recently diagnosed with Hypothyroidism/Hashimoto's, can this be hereditary ?

I was diagnosed in September with both Hypo and Hashi's, still researching conditions, my 15 year old daughter has been complaining for the past few months...

I was diagnosed in September with both Hypo and Hashi's, still researching condi...

itchyinsomniac

•11 years ago

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Does anyone know if Dr Peatfield prescribes Amour thyroid?

Minouchka

•11 years ago

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Has anyone had a colonoscopy and, if so, how did you feel the day afterwards?

I had a colonoscopy yesterday afternoon to investigate why I daily have diarrhoea and stomach cramps despite having given up gluten, soya and lactose over a...

I had a colonoscopy yesterday afternoon to investigate why I daily have diarrhoe...

Confused77

•11 years ago

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Thought things were improving until today, Liver function blood tests out of wack again, CRP & ESR still high & Thyroid function tests ok

Been to doctor this morning to discuss bloods taken on Tuesday. Was hoping for an increase in Thyroxine as on 50mg of Levo at present but now need another...

Been to doctor this morning to discuss bloods taken on Tuesday. Was hoping for ...

loulabel

•11 years ago

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Husband thyroid was borderline under active to begin with put on levythyroxcine 100 had a muscle enzyme test and a level was off the scale

How can he go from boarerline under active to off the scale on meds.?? Really confused

How can he go from boarerline under active to off the scale on meds.?? Really co...

matty69

•11 years ago

9 Replies

If Levo puts weight on, what other options are there.

I have been on Eltroxin for 27 yrs and in spite of healthy lifestyle I put on a stone every decade, just very slowly. Have dieted for most of these yrs. before...

I have been on Eltroxin for 27 yrs and in spite of healthy lifestyle I put on a ...

Kathy21

•11 years ago

15 Replies

Seeing doc tomorrow-am I well enough?

I'm currently on 100mcg of Levo and last month my GP decided no further action was required. Luckily when I saw a different GP and said I still had symptoms...

I'm currently on 100mcg of Levo and last month my GP decided no further action w...

infomaniac

•11 years ago

8 Replies

Do you have to have a specific condition to be hypothyroid?

My husband has been hypo for at least 18 years. He has been tested for all the normal diseases associated with this condition, all negative. Why is his thyroid...

My husband has been hypo for at least 18 years. He has been tested for all the n...

Janee

•11 years ago

19 Replies

LOTS OF THYROID BOOKS REDUCED ON AMAZON !!

Just received an e-mail - you know those annoying ones that seem to know every single thing you have looked at on Amazon ! This time it seems useful - lots of...

Just received an e-mail - you know those annoying ones that seem to know every s...

Marz

•11 years ago

5 Replies

help advice and guidance please !!!!!!

guidance needed .... my lady is currently being treated for TED [ high dose of steroids ---being gradually reduced ] and for hyper/hypo thyroid [ism] ....she...

guidance needed .... my lady is currently being treated for TED [ high dose of...

alangardner

•11 years ago

12 Replies

Should I ask to see an endo instead of GP?

Hi I've been taking 10mg of carbimazole for about 6 weeks now. Had my bloods done last week and my t4 levels are now 19.8 instead of 28 (range 4 - 20) My GP...

Hi I've been taking 10mg of carbimazole for about 6 weeks now. Had my bloods do...

KerrieMac30

•11 years ago

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Is a high IgA level linked to Hashimotos ?

Mine is 4.34 and says HIGH next to it? I know if its low you have a chance of Coelics...

Mine is 4.34 and says HIGH next to it? I know if its low you have a chance of ...

joannec123

•11 years ago

4 Replies

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All posts for November 2013

I have my first endo appt in December, should I go armed with anything so I am fully prepared? I am very fed up with my health this year and

Hello everyone, ive been diagnose with hypo and I also have a bowel decease can your thyroid make things worse I am in so much pain. :(

T3 to T4 Conversion Issues

Eltroxin Supply Problems

Underactive Thyroid and Periods

How much iron is enough???

bloods

Medical bracelet a good idea?

Does anyone know of a link between Hashimotos disease and a problem with the hip flexors (aches when getting out of bed/off sofa)?

I have been told that I have an over active thyroid and been referred to an endocrinologist. Earliest appointment is end of feb next year.

Don't know what's happening but still not getting emails from thyroid uk Anyone else experiencing same problem ???

Advice on Adrenal Support

Why do I feel so much worse first thing in the morning?

Thyroid test results help

Thyroid Test results

Severe constipation and bowel problems, can this be thyroid related ? Recommended pain relief !

totally off topic but a memory brag (sorry if not allowed)

Endo visit!!

Recently diagnosed with Hypothyroidism/Hashimoto's, can this be hereditary ?

Does anyone know if Dr Peatfield prescribes Amour thyroid?

Has anyone had a colonoscopy and, if so, how did you feel the day afterwards?

Thought things were improving until today, Liver function blood tests out of wack again, CRP & ESR still high & Thyroid function tests ok

Husband thyroid was borderline under active to begin with put on levythyroxcine 100 had a muscle enzyme test and a level was off the scale

If Levo puts weight on, what other options are there.

Seeing doc tomorrow-am I well enough?

Do you have to have a specific condition to be hypothyroid?

LOTS OF THYROID BOOKS REDUCED ON AMAZON !!

help advice and guidance please !!!!!!

Should I ask to see an endo instead of GP?

Is a high IgA level linked to Hashimotos ?

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