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ME / CFS diagnosis? The petition against NICE guidelines is in need of our support too

https://www.change.org/p/petition-the-nice-guideline-for-cfs-me-is-unfit-for-purpose-and-needs-a-complete-revision The petition is close to 10k and I'm sure we...

https://www.change.org/p/petition-the-nice-guideline-for-cfs-me-is-unfit-for-pur...

Hidden

•7 years ago

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STUPID ME

Got my blood results back today tsh -2,18 (1-5 ) ft4 -15(9-24) doctor leaves a message with the troll that answers the phone ' all normal' I ask what he said...

Got my blood results back today tsh -2,18 (1-5 ) ft4 -15(9-24) doctor leaves a ...

wendypartridge

•7 years ago

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My journey: No Levo - No problems

I have previously posted about several issues I encountered during my treatment on T4 only. I am posting this in case someone has similar issues. Levo was good...

I have previously posted about several issues I encountered during my treatment ...

zerendipity

•7 years ago

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Just got delivery

Just got delivery of my Tiromel T3 from the supplier based in Hong Kong. Took less than a week to get here from the order date. Checked them and all seems...

Just got delivery of my Tiromel T3 from the supplier based in Hong Kong. Took le...

Quasarlis

•7 years ago

1 Reply

Is a TSH of 1.9 too high on levo?

Hi everyone, I am due to see the doctor next week and would really appreciate your help. My last TSH on 100mcg of levo came back at 1.9 (the NHS won't test...

Hi everyone, I am due to see the doctor next week and would really appreciate y...

momo33

•7 years ago

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Thyroid self-medication

I've been feeling tired for a year now and the cold was unbearable right through the Winter. I bought a few thermometers, but thought they didn't work because...

I've been feeling tired for a year now and the cold was unbearable right through...

RobinPaulWilliams

•7 years ago

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Post Endo visit advice please

Hi all. Had my first Endo visit this morning. He seemed nice, felt my neck, did reflex tests, asked a lot of questions. Did say that being veggie my GP does...

Hi all. Had my first Endo visit this morning. He seemed nice, felt my neck, did ...

AngieAsh

•7 years ago

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Bloods after 1 month T3 trial

Hi, I would be grateful for advice. On 100mg T4, I was still hypo, but top of T4 range, bottom half T3 range , and so called 'normal' per Endo. Private...

Hi, I would be grateful for advice. On 100mg T4, I was still hypo, but top of ...

rodrob

•7 years ago

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dry flaky skin

i was embarrased yesterday whilst undressing in hospital loads of dry flaky skin was shed all over nurse. What is happening

i was embarrased yesterday whilst undressing in hospital loads of dry flaky skin...

elvera111

•7 years ago

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Join the ITT campaign on Facebook

Find us on Facebook ITT (Improve Thyroid Treatment) Twitter @campaign_itt Petition for those of you who haven't already signed! Bully your friends,...

Find us on Facebook ITT (Improve Thyroid Treatment) Twitter @campaign_itt Pe...

Katepots

•7 years ago

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Greaves. Weight help please

I was hoping someone out there might be able to help me with some advise. I know this is a manger problem with people like me who suffer from greaves. I am...

I was hoping someone out there might be able to help me with some advise. I know...

Shon

•7 years ago

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Help with Hashimoto test results and meds

Hi, my 27 year old son was diagnosed with hypothyroidism 12 months ago and recently hashimotos after 1st endo visit. He started off on 50 levo, and tsh...

Hi, my 27 year old son was diagnosed with hypothyroidism 12 months ago and recen...

Rhinogirl1959

•7 years ago

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Thyroid crew: Thank you for your support.

I just wanted to say a heartfelt thank-you for your advice and input this last fortnight. Despite being hypothyroid and on Levothyroxine for over 15 years,...

I just wanted to say a heartfelt thank-you for your advice and input this last f...

Abi-Abster

•7 years ago

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What next with my GP - 20 years on thyroxine

Hi there I was diagnosed with an under-active thyroid almost 20 years ago. I have suffered with weight gain despite sticking to a strict diet. I cannot say...

Hi there I was diagnosed with an under-active thyroid almost 20 years ago. I ha...

Issygr

•7 years ago

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Went to see endo

Seasidesusie. Not at all surprised by his response tbh. He told me that he has done all he can as my TSH is within range, and he suggested I go back to gp and...

Seasidesusie. Not at all surprised by his response tbh. He told me that he has d...

sylus_911

•7 years ago

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I just found this site, TU!, and here is a synopsis of what's going on with me.

Brand New. Last yr I had 12 vertebra compression fractures. A few months before they started breaking, I had in intense headache which lasted almost 24 hrs....

Brand New. Last yr I had 12 vertebra compression fractures. A few months befor...

Rkstarkey

•7 years ago

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Found solution but currently distant dream

Hi, Following years of growing fatigue and diagnosing my own children with many autoimmune conditions. I finally managed to convince NHS I have nearly all the...

Hi, Following years of growing fatigue and diagnosing my own children with many ...

Swanagegirl

•7 years ago

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GP CONTRACT AND ACCESS TO YOUR ONLINE MEDICAL RECORDS

A number of people have asked for this information. Please have a read. There are new requirements regarding online access to clinical correspondence etc. If...

A number of people have asked for this information. Please have a read. There ar...

DJR1

•7 years ago

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Guides lines on Levothyroxine out of date

I came across this yesterday, in a magazine from my local health food shop. http://www.gla.ac.uk/news/headline_520536_en.html What do you all think? As I was...

I came across this yesterday, in a magazine from my local health food shop. http...

debsdoyle71

•7 years ago

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Frustrated 😤

I feel like I need to rant. Went back to see another doctor yesterday because I have a noticeable hard bit on my neck, the gland I assume. Having a flare up...

I feel like I need to rant. Went back to see another doctor yesterday because I ...

filenada

•7 years ago

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T3 prescibing

How many more trusts have issued this information detailing why they have stopped Patients access to T3 ?...

How many more trusts have issued this information detailing why they have stoppe...

lidoplace

•7 years ago

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Hair falling out please help? I'm nervous and stressing.

Hey, so I have hair falling out left and right and it's really stressing me out and affecting my mood. My doctor said I'm not at a point just yet to start...

Hey, so I have hair falling out left and right and it's really stressing me out ...

16sar_

•7 years ago

7 Replies

Help

Hi I got my blood results my TSH WAS 13.41 and free T4 was 12.7 I also had another function tast and it was within normal range what does it mean thanks

Hi I got my blood results my TSH WAS 13.41 and free T4 was 12.7 I also had anoth...

alibalibee1966

•7 years ago

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Stopping t3 advice needed

Iv tried so hard to obtain t3 i can tolerate iv been persevering since February increasing slowly up to 87mg after changing to mexican brand from greese i have...

Iv tried so hard to obtain t3 i can tolerate iv been persevering since February ...

Tbob

•7 years ago

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Should I be giving Iodine Supplements to my children to prevent Thyroidism?

As thyroidism can be passed on in families and my parents and brother have been diagnosed with hypothyroisim as well as myself, would Iodine supplements help...

As thyroidism can be passed on in families and my parents and brother have been ...

Hidden

•7 years ago

14 Replies

GP appointment Tuesday

Hi, for a few years I have been convinced I have hypothyroidism. Regular tests always told normal. February this year diagnosed gluten intolerant huge relief...

Hi, for a few years I have been convinced I have hypothyroidism. Regular tests a...

dotster

•7 years ago

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Are Leptin Supplements Helpful For Hypothyroism?

I have just started to read Thyroid For Dummies which has mentioned the role of Leptin and Leptin Resistence in weight loss difficulties in Hypothyroid...

I have just started to read Thyroid For Dummies which has mentioned the role of ...

Hidden

•7 years ago

2 Replies

Sore throats on NDT

Hi folks After finally seeing a private doctor in January, I began my treatment taking non-prescription Metavive. I found that my energy levels improved slowly...

Hi folks After finally seeing a private doctor in January, I began my treatment ...

kittysmummy

•7 years ago

24 Replies

Nutrition books for hypothyroid

Hi there, can anyone recommend a really good diet / nutrition book for hypothyroidism? There are plenty out there, but I'd love to hear from anyone who really...

Hi there, can anyone recommend a really good diet / nutrition book for hypothyro...

fscottmcgowan

•7 years ago

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Tailbone pain...could it be linked to thyroid?

I have tailbone pain. I'm only 39. Doc just told me I'm deficient in folic acid as Iv also been feeling tired. Does anyone know of any link with tailbone,...

I have tailbone pain. I'm only 39. Doc just told me I'm deficient in folic acid ...

Kimple123

•7 years ago

11 Replies

Posts - Thyroid UK | HealthUnlocked

Thyroid UK

All posts for July 2017

ME / CFS diagnosis? The petition against NICE guidelines is in need of our support too

STUPID ME

My journey: No Levo - No problems

Just got delivery

Is a TSH of 1.9 too high on levo?

Thyroid self-medication

Post Endo visit advice please

Bloods after 1 month T3 trial

dry flaky skin

Join the ITT campaign on Facebook

Greaves. Weight help please

Help with Hashimoto test results and meds

Thyroid crew: Thank you for your support.

What next with my GP - 20 years on thyroxine

Went to see endo

I just found this site, TU!, and here is a synopsis of what's going on with me.

Found solution but currently distant dream

GP CONTRACT AND ACCESS TO YOUR ONLINE MEDICAL RECORDS

Guides lines on Levothyroxine out of date

Frustrated 😤

T3 prescibing

Hair falling out please help? I'm nervous and stressing.

Help

Stopping t3 advice needed

Should I be giving Iodine Supplements to my children to prevent Thyroidism?

GP appointment Tuesday

Are Leptin Supplements Helpful For Hypothyroism?

Sore throats on NDT

Nutrition books for hypothyroid

Tailbone pain...could it be linked to thyroid?

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