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alternative to Isocort?

Has anyone found a good alternative to Isocort? It seems "old" Isocort (cortex) was generally considered the best supplement for adrenal fatigue. There are...

Has anyone found a good alternative to Isocort? It seems "old" Isocort (cortex) ...

Hidden

•9 years ago

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Referral

After going backwards and forwards to my GP due to my thyroid going from underactive to overactive and generally going haywire since having my baby 15 mnths...

After going backwards and forwards to my GP due to my thyroid going from underac...

Tiredchick

•9 years ago

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London Endocrinologist

Thanks to human bean, Shaws and Ke18. Lots of lovely support and sound advice. Made me cry. I think I need to see a specialist. Any recommendations in...

Thanks to human bean, Shaws and Ke18. Lots of lovely support and sound advice. M...

Wellesley94

•9 years ago

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Alfalfa?

is it safe to take? im looking at K2 but it has 300mg of alfalfa in it and i cant find much on the net

is it safe to take? im looking at K2 but it has 300mg of alfalfa in it and i can...

mandy72

•9 years ago

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Feeling Desperate

I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism 15 years ago. In that time I swing between over and under with my medication changing as low as 50mg to 150mg to different...

I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism 15 years ago. In that time I swing between o...

Kernowlass

•9 years ago

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Comments re Dr S P at Gloucester Royal Anyone??

Hi, I am supposed to have been referred to Dr T M at Gloucester Royal to discuss a prescription for T3 as my FT3 is bottom range with OK FT4 and suppressed...

Hi, I am supposed to have been referred to Dr T M at Gloucester Royal to discus...

ClaireandBosch

•9 years ago

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Thyroid swings from under to over & IVF

Hello there I’m looking for some advice on a new thyroid issue – I’ll try and summarise, but please let me know if you need more info. Back in Oct 2014,...

Hello there I’m looking for some advice on a new thyroid issue – I’ll try and ...

SparklyT

•9 years ago

9 Replies

new blood results

Previously, I was diagnosed with fibromyalgia (2 years ago). After researching myself and going to my GP with the research, he then put me on levothyroxine,...

Previously, I was diagnosed with fibromyalgia (2 years ago). After researching m...

lainey03

•9 years ago

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Any idea?

Doctors phoned said my results are variable..one should be a max 17 is 17.6 and the other one is lower than it should be..think he said 3 n mines 2 or it...

Doctors phoned said my results are variable..one should be a max 17 is 17.6 and ...

sliksmrs

•9 years ago

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NDT

As a matter of curiosity, if someone isn't converting T4 to T3 properly, would this be a problem going onto NDT?

As a matter of curiosity, if someone isn't converting T4 to T3 properly, would t...

mischa

•9 years ago

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T3 and itching

Hi all Yesterday and today I have been itching like mad on neck, face, arms and scalp, were I've been scratching there are little lumps and bumps. I've been on...

Hi all Yesterday and today I have been itching like mad on neck, face, arms and ...

Nicky74

•9 years ago

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Rheumatology

Hi all I have finally been referred to Rheumatology and appoint is this Wednesday. My latest Thyroid result in April was TSH 3.2. Wasn't tested for T4 but...

Hi all I have finally been referred to Rheumatology and appoint is this Wednesd...

Nina64

•9 years ago

5 Replies

Fluctuating TSH levels

Hi guys, I'm pretty new to this! I've been feeling unwell for about 2 years and been having a tests on my thyroid, my levels are constantly fluctuating from...

Hi guys, I'm pretty new to this! I've been feeling unwell for about 2 years and...

Leahkimber

•9 years ago

9 Replies

different brands of thyroxin

Anyone found a difference in the brands of thyroxine. Bear in mind i get 2 months supply. A small difference in strength over that period (i would have...

Anyone found a difference in the brands of thyroxine. Bear in mind i get 2 month...

richie296

•9 years ago

9 Replies

9am cortisol test

My Endo has requested a '9am cortisol test' as part of a lot of blood tests. The appointment I have been given is for 9.15am. Does that make any difference?...

My Endo has requested a '9am cortisol test' as part of a lot of blood tests. Th...

Kel8

•9 years ago

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Blood Tests for Genova Diagnostics

Hi, I am going to get some extensive blood testing done via Genova. I approached my GP and asked if they would extract the blood however, this is proving...

Hi, I am going to get some extensive blood testing done via Genova. I approach...

SandraCC

•9 years ago

15 Replies

Advice re my daughter

My daughter has an underactive thyroid . She is only on 25mch a day. recently she has had a small pea size lump at the side of her neck. It can be moved about...

My daughter has an underactive thyroid . She is only on 25mch a day. recently s...

Sylvia22

•9 years ago

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Adrenal Stress Testing: A Few Questions

So, I'm still knackered and cold; I figure it's time to get an adrenal stress test done. Got the kit, but have some questions to ask of those members who have...

So, I'm still knackered and cold; I figure it's time to get an adrenal stress te...

hose1975

•9 years ago

5 Replies

Hi

Hi, I have been on levo for about 4yrs. Went up to 175m now down to 125m. Since Easter have been very tired, weepy, gained weight, palpitations etc. Go re...

Hi, I have been on levo for about 4yrs. Went up to 175m now down to 125m. Since ...

jementus

•9 years ago

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I feel awful: my whole life has changed

Hello, I've posted only once before but now have decided to write all my results to see if someone has advice for me. Jan 2015. TSH 76.57 (0.34 - 5.6) the...

Hello, I've posted only once before but now have decided to write all my results...

Wellesley94

•9 years ago

12 Replies

Adrenal fatigue and low cortisol

There r different therapies to treat this issue but it wd be v useful to hear of users experience. What worked or didn't work. How did the user arrive at a...

There r different therapies to treat this issue but it wd be v useful to hear of...

Caze

•9 years ago

13 Replies

How much vitamin D in summer?

Hi all, I'm taking vitamin D 3000IU every day. I was wondering now the summer is on it's way and we get more sunshine how much I should take. I believe...

Hi all, I'm taking vitamin D 3000IU every day. I was wondering now the summer i...

Flower3

•9 years ago

32 Replies

Vitamin b12

Any information on which b12 meds I can buy I would prefer a liquid one with no fillers etc as got sensitive stomach to medicines with fillers especially...

Any information on which b12 meds I can buy I would prefer a liquid one with no ...

lollipop3

•9 years ago

9 Replies

DOES ANYONE SUFFER FROM YEAST (COMMON MENOPAUSE)? WHAT NATURAL WAYS HAVE HELPED YOU?

What natural ways including boric acid have worked? How do you get those boric acid suppositories?

What natural ways including boric acid have worked? How do you get those boric ...

thegemprincess

•9 years ago

1 Reply

Newly diagnosed Hashimotos seeking advice please

Hello Everyone, I have been lurking for a few days and have now decided to request some information if thats ok. Please forgive the lengthy introduction and...

Hello Everyone, I have been lurking for a few days and have now decided to requ...

rubyroo25

•9 years ago

17 Replies

Body hair loss

Hi Has anyone lost pubic hair. 😱

Hidden

•9 years ago

23 Replies

The GP update dvd

I don't know if this as been posted before ,it is about hypothyroidism and fibromyalgia its two to watch. www.gp-update.co.uk/The-GP-Update-DVD.

I don't know if this as been posted before ,it is about hypothyroidism and fibro...

Lizzy1606

•9 years ago

10 Replies

For Males in particular with hypothyroidism

This is an important link which is self-explanatory:- http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2012/11/121112135615.htm

This is an important link which is self-explanatory:- http://www.sciencedaily.c...

shaws

Administrator•9 years ago

1 Reply

Thyroid doctor in dubai

Hi, I live in dubai, any suggestion with a good trusty doctor in here for thyroid pls?

Hi, I live in dubai, any suggestion with a good trusty doctor in here for thyroi...

Afsa

•9 years ago

1 Reply

Link for dr referrals in UK for thyroid testing and meds.

You can also email louise.warvill@thyroiduk.org.uk and ask for recommended NHS and private endos and private GPs.

You can also email louise.warvill@thyroiduk.org.uk and ask for recommended NHS a...

thegemprincess

•9 years ago

8 Replies

Posts - Thyroid UK | HealthUnlocked

Thyroid UK

All posts for May 2015

alternative to Isocort?

Referral

London Endocrinologist

Alfalfa?

Feeling Desperate

Comments re Dr S P at Gloucester Royal Anyone??

Thyroid swings from under to over & IVF

new blood results

Any idea?

NDT

T3 and itching

Rheumatology

Fluctuating TSH levels

different brands of thyroxin

9am cortisol test

Blood Tests for Genova Diagnostics

Advice re my daughter

Adrenal Stress Testing: A Few Questions

Hi

I feel awful: my whole life has changed

Adrenal fatigue and low cortisol

How much vitamin D in summer?

Vitamin b12

DOES ANYONE SUFFER FROM YEAST (COMMON MENOPAUSE)? WHAT NATURAL WAYS HAVE HELPED YOU?

Newly diagnosed Hashimotos seeking advice please

Body hair loss

The GP update dvd

For Males in particular with hypothyroidism

Thyroid doctor in dubai

Link for dr referrals in UK for thyroid testing and meds.

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