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Bad day!! Is it "normal" for my tongue to swell with hypothyroid? Been feeling rubbish for days and its hard go talk

Diagnosed 3 years ago, now on 125mg but still feel rubbish. I think its time to check my dosage.

Diagnosed 3 years ago, now on 125mg but still feel rubbish. I think its time to ...

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•11 years ago

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Please help - Thyroid disease and Follicle stimulating hormone.

I've been treated for bouts of Hashimotos/Graves (my endocrinologist cant define which!!) for 10 years now but since being declared euthyroid a few years ago I...

I've been treated for bouts of Hashimotos/Graves (my endocrinologist cant define...

Shaz

•11 years ago

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Me again...

To cut a long story short, I was diagnosed just over a month ago, TSH was 316. Started 25 mcg levo, it was then increased to 50 and then 75 one week later. My...

To cut a long story short, I was diagnosed just over a month ago, TSH was 316. S...

destiny391

•11 years ago

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Where is the best place to purchase Nutri Adrenal Extra from?

HI All Can anybody help - Need to re-order. I have a 'reliable' supplier but not sure it is the best price

HI All Can anybody help - Need to re-order. I have a 'reliable' supplier but n...

SandraCC

•11 years ago

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Urgent Endo referral (NOT!!!!!)

Hello This is a bit of a rant with a few questions thrown in! Went to see my doctor 2 weeks ago last Friday as i was on 100mcg levo and still feeling like a...

Hello This is a bit of a rant with a few questions thrown in! Went to see my doc...

sharonjarvis

•11 years ago

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Sorry I know I've asked this question before, but does anyone know of a Bupa registered Endo in London who understands thyroid and adrenals?

I've found out that my Endo has retired and I'm gutted as I was hoping to go to him with my learned knowledge and for him to guide me. I have T4-T3 conversion...

I've found out that my Endo has retired and I'm gutted as I was hoping to go to ...

Charlie3055

•11 years ago

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how do you find out

how can you find out all your blood results etc. they never really tell me anything when I have a outpatients appointment?.

how can you find out all your blood results etc. they never really tell me anyt...

tracyxx

•11 years ago

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i am hypothyriod patient because I was treated with radioactive iodine.

My endocrinologist suggest me the neurobion injection once in a month through out the life.After taking injection I felt better ie anxiety and irritation etc...

My endocrinologist suggest me the neurobion injection once in a month through ou...

naveed123

•11 years ago

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Endo says thyroid is not the cause of my problems - now what?

I received a letter from the endo (registrar) who I had seen a few weeks ago which says... "currently takes 150mcg of Levothyroxine and his thyroid function...

I received a letter from the endo (registrar) who I had seen a few weeks ago whi...

Don75

•11 years ago

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ThyroGold v Nutri Thyroid ??

Hello Chaps, At the out set of my journey into finding NDT, I had a good look at ThyroGold, which seems OK - Bovine thyroid from New Zealand - the baby of Dr...

Hello Chaps, At the out set of my journey into finding NDT, I had a good look at...

sheenah

•11 years ago

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Private doctor or other recommended able to TAKE blood for tests ie vitamins and minerals and thyroid /adrenal, then treat.

Live in South Wales, but will travel. Thankyou.

islandgirl1986

•11 years ago

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PLEASE ADVISE ME IF YOU CAN THYROID OR NOT THYROID PROBLEMS

Im new to this site and i came to it basically because im sure i have thyroid problems. Im 64 yrs old and do suffer from chronic arthritis but this past two...

Im new to this site and i came to it basically because im sure i have thyroid pr...

scottydogs

•11 years ago

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Phone call from Endo

Just had a phone call from Endo to say that she can't see me until mid May (GP sent referral mid February!). However she said she has reviewed my blood tests...

Just had a phone call from Endo to say that she can't see me until mid May (GP s...

Sue777

•11 years ago

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Help regarding importing Thyro-gold?

Has anyone imported Thyro-gold from America? If so, do you have to pay VAT or any customs charges? Also a bit concerned about signing the disclaimer form - do...

Has anyone imported Thyro-gold from America? If so, do you have to pay VAT or an...

whitesugarmouse

•11 years ago

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My daughter has multiple malignant melanomas . Her PET scan revealed 3 nodules by her Thyroid. These now need biopsies.

Is it common for this to happen? One of the Melanomas was on her neck. Her melanomas are genetic by the way. Plus, she is also celiac. And I have...

Is it common for this to happen? One of the Melanomas was on her neck. Her melan...

EileenB

•11 years ago

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Is Tinnitus linked to Allergies?

Popgoes1weasel

•11 years ago

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What to do about dosage??

Recently had my thyroxine increased from 150 to 175. Felt the best id felt in a long time. My gp just rang to day I need to go back to 150 as my blood result...

Recently had my thyroxine increased from 150 to 175. Felt the best id felt in a ...

bucklemyshoe

•11 years ago

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Can someone help with test results.

Been on levo 50mcg for about 7 years after seeing endo privately, waking gasping for air and tachycardia. Normal bloods but high antibodies and tsh rising over...

Been on levo 50mcg for about 7 years after seeing endo privately, waking gasping...

islandgirl1986

•11 years ago

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Just diagnosed with Hashimoto's

I was diagnosed with Hashimoto's a week ago. I have been hypothyroid for two years but went to the GP in January as I was so tired all the time and the joint...

I was diagnosed with Hashimoto's a week ago. I have been hypothyroid for two yea...

jlo211

•11 years ago

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What actually causes the Thyroid to ache ?

Hi, im "borderline" HYPO and have all the usual symptoms of it. Was put on levo 25 mcg for 3 months felt much better, now been taken off of it and waiting to...

Hi, im "borderline" HYPO and have all the usual symptoms of it. Was put on levo ...

joannec123

•11 years ago

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Left Thyroid lobectomy, 4 days post op and looking for advice regarding whether I need to progress any of my test results further?

Pre op Test - Result - Range - Serum Sodium 137 (133-146), Serum Potassium 4 (3.5 - 5.3), Serum Chloride 109 (95-108), Serum urea level 3.8 (2.5-7.8), Serum...

Pre op Test - Result - Range - Serum Sodium 137 (133-146), Serum Potassium 4 (3....

JaneHo

•11 years ago

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I have had an infection in my finger which caused swelling in my joints. Has anyone experienced this? I have Hashimotos for 9 years.

I take levothyroxine 75mg and have a host of other health issues, which include - fibromyalgia, asthma osteoarthritis particularly knees. I recently got a burn...

I take levothyroxine 75mg and have a host of other health issues, which include ...

Castlepoint

•11 years ago

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Does anyone have information on links between ADHD and hypothyroid or hyperthyroid

Alexandra4

•11 years ago

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Should I be pushing for t3?

I was on 150mcg of thyroxine but my tsh was 0.05 (0.35-5.5) and my ft4 was 15.6 and I didn't feel too bad then the gp reduced my dose even though I felt better...

I was on 150mcg of thyroxine but my tsh was 0.05 (0.35-5.5) and my ft4 was 15.6 ...

VanessaB

•11 years ago

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I had a total thyroidectomy 7 weeks ago - all my muscles and joints hurt and I am tired all of the time. Currently on 100 mgs of thyroxin

The consultant started me on 125mgs then increase to 150 3 weeks post op. After further blood tests was called back by my GP to say I was overdosed. He reduced...

The consultant started me on 125mgs then increase to 150 3 weeks post op. After ...

Sun3

•11 years ago

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Calcium at bottom reading and severe back/elbow pain.

Hi all, Ive had an upper back problem for some time. I've been sent for an MRI and they've put it down to 'wear and tear' its on my left (heart) side and I can...

Hi all, Ive had an upper back problem for some time. I've been sent for an MRI a...

real_mission

•11 years ago

9 Replies

Intestinal stuff since thyroid removal.

Hi all, Since my thyroid removal in 2011, my lower digestion has been ,shall we say ,sporadic. Firstly, I found out after many lattes, I'd become lactose...

Hi all, Since my thyroid removal in 2011, my lower digestion has been ,shall we ...

real_mission

•11 years ago

41 Replies

Scientists find gene which is linked to exceptionally low IQ in children when they also have low thyroid

This might be of interest to some people: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sciencetech/article-2587271/Scientists-gene-linked-exceptionally-low-IQ-children.html

This might be of interest to some people: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sciencetec...

Totoro

•11 years ago

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New to this ,i got a sub total thyroidectomy 16 yrs ago,i am a 44 yr old male

I have had every symptom all you guys know about ,but what has made me angry is the fact I have trusted the nhs endos to give me proper info regards my bloods...

I have had every symptom all you guys know about ,but what has made me angry is ...

Neijam

•11 years ago

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I'm feeling terrible and want to know how long it takes meds to kick in. Have been hypo do 2 yrs but never needed to change medication.

Had a very stressful time before Christmas and I think it's had an impact on how I feel. I am tearful, weak, shaky, think I'm dying, can't live with this...

Had a very stressful time before Christmas and I think it's had an impact on how...

Nat_kiwipom

•11 years ago

22 Replies

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All posts for March 2014

Bad day!! Is it "normal" for my tongue to swell with hypothyroid? Been feeling rubbish for days and its hard go talk

Please help - Thyroid disease and Follicle stimulating hormone.

Me again...

Where is the best place to purchase Nutri Adrenal Extra from?

Urgent Endo referral (NOT!!!!!)

Sorry I know I've asked this question before, but does anyone know of a Bupa registered Endo in London who understands thyroid and adrenals?

how do you find out

i am hypothyriod patient because I was treated with radioactive iodine.

Endo says thyroid is not the cause of my problems - now what?

ThyroGold v Nutri Thyroid ??

Private doctor or other recommended able to TAKE blood for tests ie vitamins and minerals and thyroid /adrenal, then treat.

PLEASE ADVISE ME IF YOU CAN THYROID OR NOT THYROID PROBLEMS

Phone call from Endo

Help regarding importing Thyro-gold?

My daughter has multiple malignant melanomas . Her PET scan revealed 3 nodules by her Thyroid. These now need biopsies.

Is Tinnitus linked to Allergies?

What to do about dosage??

Can someone help with test results.

Just diagnosed with Hashimoto's

What actually causes the Thyroid to ache ?

Left Thyroid lobectomy, 4 days post op and looking for advice regarding whether I need to progress any of my test results further?

I have had an infection in my finger which caused swelling in my joints. Has anyone experienced this? I have Hashimotos for 9 years.

Does anyone have information on links between ADHD and hypothyroid or hyperthyroid

Should I be pushing for t3?

I had a total thyroidectomy 7 weeks ago - all my muscles and joints hurt and I am tired all of the time. Currently on 100 mgs of thyroxin

Calcium at bottom reading and severe back/elbow pain.

Intestinal stuff since thyroid removal.

Scientists find gene which is linked to exceptionally low IQ in children when they also have low thyroid

New to this ,i got a sub total thyroidectomy 16 yrs ago,i am a 44 yr old male

I'm feeling terrible and want to know how long it takes meds to kick in. Have been hypo do 2 yrs but never needed to change medication.

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