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Advice on vitamin/mineral brands. Which to buy?I have no idea!

Hi Guys, I need: Vit D: 4000iu Selenium: 200mcg Magnesium: 400mg vit c: 3000mg Himalayan rock salt or celtic salt Can I ask which brands are recommended for...

Hi Guys, I need: Vit D: 4000iu Selenium: 200mcg Magnesium: 400mg vit c: 3000mg H...

KornishPiskie

•8 years ago

6 Replies

Diagnosed at 17

Hi there, I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism at 17 (youngggg) and am only 21 now with my levothyroxine levels needing to be increased after almost every blood...

Hi there, I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism at 17 (youngggg) and am only 21 no...

BrokenCrystalRose

•8 years ago

6 Replies

I am calling out on those who have experience of taking Seaweed on top of thyroxine and would like to hear your views!...

Hello there In my other post I got mixed information. I am a lady that likes to think outside the box and I have already reduced my medication through other...

Hello there In my other post I got mixed information. I am a lady that likes to...

chimes

•8 years ago

35 Replies

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HYPERTHYROIDISM anyone?

Hi, I have been diagnosed with Hyperthyroidism and i am taking two 5mg of carbinazole a day and 80mg propananol ,( the doc has given me 12 diazapans 2mg to...

Hi, I have been diagnosed with Hyperthyroidism and i am taking two 5mg of carbin...

sheila60

•8 years ago

6 Replies

Confused regarding blood results

I'm currently taking 100g thyroxine which hasn't made any difference to any of my symptoms, my latest bloods; Serum TSH level 0.02 miu/L [Abnormal result]...

I'm currently taking 100g thyroxine which hasn't made any difference to any of m...

calrie67

•8 years ago

18 Replies

Hypo

Hi, I'm Lauren 48 mum of 3, NannaBee of 2 and 1 on the way. I've been a single mum for 20 years. In a relationship with a lovely single dad for the last time....

Hi, I'm Lauren 48 mum of 3, NannaBee of 2 and 1 on the way. I've been a single m...

LaurieRose

•8 years ago

11 Replies

Bad leg cramps

Went out dancing. Have never had issues before. My legs cramped up so bad I couldn't walk! I couldn't even bend my leg. Is this a symptom? How do I get rid...

Went out dancing. Have never had issues before. My legs cramped up so bad I co...

Funnygembunni

•8 years ago

1 Reply

Can stress/anxiety drop your tsh

Hi everyone I'm curious if anyone has ever heard of any studies into nerves/stress/anxiety causing your tsh to drop? I'm so terrified everytime they take my...

Hi everyone I'm curious if anyone has ever heard of any studies into nerves/stre...

Impalpable

•8 years ago

4 Replies

PULSE/TEMP

Hi everyone! I just started self medicating with NDT and I know I should be measuring both my pulse and temp but I wanted to know what exactly I should be...

Hi everyone! I just started self medicating with NDT and I know I should be meas...

Nessiam

•8 years ago

3 Replies

Over medicated?!

So I've been on Levo since 2007, dose ranging from 125, 175 and now 200mcgs. Felt strange last few months so I had my blood drawn. Anxious So short tempered...

So I've been on Levo since 2007, dose ranging from 125, 175 and now 200mcgs. Fel...

Carrie97

•8 years ago

19 Replies

benodril

just caught glimpse of a post before i lost it. i have problems with vessels in my nose which makes the right nostril shut off overnight and i sleep with my...

just caught glimpse of a post before i lost it. i have problems with vessels in ...

elvera111

•8 years ago

5 Replies

Chinese herb

Hi been a while since I posted,just wondering if anyone has tried herb morning colleges,read it was good for energy,thyroid,slimming cholesterol and anti...

Hi been a while since I posted,just wondering if anyone has tried herb morning c...

caroash

•8 years ago

3 Replies

Changing to NDT... Gradually or equivalent dose straight away?

I posted a couple of days ago to say I've swapped to Thiroyd after 16 years on Thyroxine. The first day I took 1 grain in 2 half doses, the next morning I...

I posted a couple of days ago to say I've swapped to Thiroyd after 16 years on T...

caroldavies1969

•8 years ago

12 Replies

Labs interpretation please?

Hi wonderful group. These labs showed finally my T4 raising a bit. Even though theFTs are missing this time. Endo thought it wasn't needed for some reason. I...

Hi wonderful group. These labs showed finally my T4 raising a bit. Even though t...

xanderusa

•8 years ago

7 Replies

is hair loss due to lack of T3?

i am wondering what the main reason for my hair loss is, during this horrid time of trying to get well again... my t4 is not working at all... does this mean i...

i am wondering what the main reason for my hair loss is, during this horrid time...

Hidden

•8 years ago

15 Replies

T3 only and low dose NDT

Hi all. I've got hashimoto's and need to be on a thyroid supplement but struggle with taking sufficient quantities. I get a head ache (prevents me working) and...

Hi all. I've got hashimoto's and need to be on a thyroid supplement but struggle...

jamesal0

•8 years ago

6 Replies

Has anyone any info on this please

I've changed the time of day I take my levo from first thing in the morning to last thing before bed. I'm on 125mg of T4 only. I've been experiencing hypo...

I've changed the time of day I take my levo from first thing in the morning to l...

ShazzieJ

•8 years ago

4 Replies

a good evening of learning on here folks!

thankyou all, for lifting my spirits and really educating me... my doc threw my sttm book at me and huffed and puffed... she shudda kept it and she would maybe...

thankyou all, for lifting my spirits and really educating me... my doc threw my ...

Hidden

•8 years ago

10 Replies

Adreno lyph plus

Hello I spoke to a nutritionist and she diagnosed adrenal fatigue as I do have chronic fatigue and all my signs point to it as it brings down the thyroid so...

Hello I spoke to a nutritionist and she diagnosed adrenal fatigue as I do have c...

veggielove

•8 years ago

20 Replies

so money CAN buy health

years ago ,my mum used to say , your health is everything , without it you have nothing... hmm i never DID understand that properly until the time came round...

years ago ,my mum used to say , your health is everything , without it you have ...

Hidden

•8 years ago

39 Replies

feeling really rough

pulse above 80 all day zero energy pain all over really hot internal shakes pounding head 25mcg T3 am, 20mcg in the afternoon im thinking over medicated im...

pulse above 80 all day zero energy pain all over really hot internal shakes poun...

mandy72

•8 years ago

13 Replies

had enough

does anyone else feel they are dying and just thinks... oh well, i tried, lets just hope its quick?

does anyone else feel they are dying and just thinks... oh well, i tried, lets j...

Hidden

•8 years ago

25 Replies

Taking Cortisol on a daily basis

I'm looking into taking cortisol and would like to find out what it's like to take on a daily basis. If anyone would like to message me and tell me about their...

I'm looking into taking cortisol and would like to find out what it's like to ta...

jc72

•8 years ago

31 Replies

Anyone given up dairy? I feel rotten dont know if it's becasue of not drinking milk

Hi guys, I decided to give up milk and I'm on day 3. I feel rotten. Nauseous, dizzy, achy and odd stomach pains. It's the only thing I have changed in the last...

Hi guys, I decided to give up milk and I'm on day 3. I feel rotten. Nauseous, di...

KornishPiskie

•8 years ago

5 Replies

HELP LEVOTHYROXIN NOT WORKING

I'VE been on levothyroine for nearl 15 years and it has never felt like it has done anything for me. Been refered to hospital 3 times, but the docs never have...

I'VE been on levothyroine for nearl 15 years and it has never felt like it has d...

claire1425

•8 years ago

3 Replies

How to get 12.5 mcg thyroxine?

Hello, I'm new to this forum. I need a 12.5 mcg dose of levothyroxine to fine-tune my intake, and would like to know how others manage this – is cutting the...

Hello, I'm new to this forum. I need a 12.5 mcg dose of levothyroxine to fine-tu...

JMHW

•8 years ago

10 Replies

Thyroid dilemma

I have to see my doc on Monday when he is back from leave after 3 weeks. If he agrees I need a thyroid test ,I will the probably wait a week before having and...

I have to see my doc on Monday when he is back from leave after 3 weeks. If he a...

Hidden

•8 years ago

1 Reply

WHAT IS NORMAL?

I see people giving their readings out on their TSH, T4 & T3 but was is normal ? as i havent a clue about these figures and where do i find out what mine...

I see people giving their readings out on their TSH, T4 & T3 but was is normal...

sheila60

•8 years ago

14 Replies

Thyroxine

Could someone pm me where can I get thyroxine 25mcg as my doopy gp has reduced my dose....feel dreadful...... and GP won't even consider my symotoms as my...

Could someone pm me where can I get thyroxine 25mcg as my doopy gp has reduced...

Lindy42

•8 years ago

3 Replies

Where can I buy NDT?

Hello! I am struggling to find a doctor (NHS or Private) who is willing to prescribe NDT. Does anybody know any reliable websites where I can order it? Many...

Hello! I am struggling to find a doctor (NHS or Private) who is willing to presc...

mushumouse

•8 years ago

1 Reply

Posts - Thyroid UK | HealthUnlocked

Thyroid UK

All posts for July 2016

Advice on vitamin/mineral brands. Which to buy?I have no idea!

Diagnosed at 17

I am calling out on those who have experience of taking Seaweed on top of thyroxine and would like to hear your views!...

HYPERTHYROIDISM anyone?

Confused regarding blood results

Hypo

Bad leg cramps

Can stress/anxiety drop your tsh

PULSE/TEMP

Over medicated?!

benodril

Chinese herb

Changing to NDT... Gradually or equivalent dose straight away?

Labs interpretation please?

is hair loss due to lack of T3?

T3 only and low dose NDT

Has anyone any info on this please

a good evening of learning on here folks!

Adreno lyph plus

so money CAN buy health

feeling really rough

had enough

Taking Cortisol on a daily basis

Anyone given up dairy? I feel rotten dont know if it's becasue of not drinking milk

HELP LEVOTHYROXIN NOT WORKING

How to get 12.5 mcg thyroxine?

Thyroid dilemma

WHAT IS NORMAL?

Thyroxine

Where can I buy NDT?

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