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Over medicated

I am taking 100 t4 +15 t3. I increased t4 to 112.5 for little over a week and felt overmedicated. Can I now take 10 t3 for a day or two when the levo washes...

I am taking 100 t4 +15 t3. I increased t4 to 112.5 for little over a week and fe...

lisan1

•6 years ago

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Blood lab results-help for interpretation

Hi, I had recently a short synacthen test done. The NHS scheduled it because I have a diagnosis of adrenal fatigue (4 points saliva cortisol test), and they...

Hi, I had recently a short synacthen test done. The NHS scheduled it because I ...

Miss_Nestor

•6 years ago

8 Replies

Latest blood test results-don’t understand RT3

Would be very grateful for peoples views on my latest blood tests. I will also post my last results from January of this year in the comments

Would be very grateful for peoples views on my latest blood tests. I will also p...

Michaeladell

•6 years ago

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The effect of soy constituents on thyroid function

New paper in Frontiers in Thyroid Endocrinology showing that at least for 3 months, soy constituents have effects on thyroid function. ORIGINAL RESEARCH...

New paper in Frontiers in Thyroid Endocrinology showing that at least for 3 mont...

diogenes

Remembering•6 years ago

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Anxiety

Feeling very anxious and can’t settle . I haven’t got my blood results but what can I do about my dose today . Do I miss it or reduce . It’s 100 daily I take ....

Feeling very anxious and can’t settle . I haven’t got my blood results but what ...

Andypandy30

•6 years ago

12 Replies

Phishing

Do I report what I think is a phishing post? If so how? Thx

phirestar

•6 years ago

9 Replies

Thybon

Having just got private prescription from endo for Thybon... has anybody found difficulties in setting up account and receiving pills from Germany.

Having just got private prescription from endo for Thybon... has anybody found d...

Hidden

•6 years ago

3 Replies

Synacthen test

Just had a letter from endo saying he is arranging a synacthen test. I've googled it so think I know what is involved, but not awfully sure of the reason for...

Just had a letter from endo saying he is arranging a synacthen test. I've googl...

jib70

•6 years ago

2 Replies

NEW TO NDT advice please?

Hi all, these are my first blood test results since starting NDT 2 months ago. I have no idea if they are good or bad. They were also taken in the afternoon...

Hi all, these are my first blood test results since starting NDT 2 months ago. ...

rosserk

•6 years ago

20 Replies

Test results

Hi! I used medichecks and did a full thyroid check, (fasting sample, before I took levo) I’ve been on 50mg levo since September, what do you think of these...

Hi! I used medichecks and did a full thyroid check, (fasting sample, before I to...

Melodica8

•6 years ago

3 Replies

Case Details with Clear Evidence that NHS England Guidance on Prescription of Liothyronine is not Being Followed by CCGs

As you may know, Thyroid UK, along with other thyroid groups including the British Thyroid Association, has worked on a dossier that was requested by the Lord...

As you may know, Thyroid UK, along with other thyroid groups including the Briti...

lynmynott

Partner•6 years ago

13 Replies

Temperature fluctuation

Hi. My husband after more than 25yrs finally diagnosed hypothyroidism. He is taking NDT that he buys off internet. He is better but not fully well. His...

Hi. My husband after more than 25yrs finally diagnosed hypothyroidism. He is tak...

Decisions

•6 years ago

1 Reply

Cortisol and DHEA saliva test, should you stop Adrenavive

Hello, Last test 4+ months ago, showed low levels of both DHEA and below range cortisol, waking and morning. Since then i have been supplementing with...

Hello, Last test 4+ months ago, showed low levels of both DHEA and below range c...

LisaG28

•6 years ago

3 Replies

Self funding for drugs unavailable on BUS.

I read today that a drug called liothyronine is being withheld from patients by the NHS. because of the cost. I would like to know if I could fund the drug...

I read today that a drug called liothyronine is being withheld from patients by ...

Lollypop2

•6 years ago

2 Replies

Staying on 25mg of T4

Hi, can someone help me get in touch with an old post which says that staying on the starter dose of 25mg of T4 is worse than having no medication? I’m sure I...

Hi, can someone help me get in touch with an old post which says that staying on...

lisabax

•6 years ago

4 Replies

Just started adding T3 - Supply issues scare me

I've literally just started to add a small amount of T3 to my Levo. I have a supply that I bought a while back. I probably have enough for about 1 year of...

I've literally just started to add a small amount of T3 to my Levo. I have a su...

FancyPants54

•6 years ago

8 Replies

How long do I have to leave between zinc and NDT?

How long do I have to leave between zinc and NDT or can they be taken together? I was advised to take zinc picolinate at night (previously took zinc sulphate)....

How long do I have to leave between zinc and NDT or can they be taken together? ...

AnneEvo

•6 years ago

4 Replies

Hashimotos

I have had this for several years only a few periods of feeling normal. I seen to feel better only taking 225mg every other day otherwise I just feel drained...

I have had this for several years only a few periods of feeling normal. I seen t...

Emma_17

•6 years ago

3 Replies

What is the ideal dosage of Estrogen (Oestrogen) and Progesterone (and what types/ brands etc.) to stop 40+ woman's hair from falling?

What is the ideal dosage of Estrogen (Oestrogen) and Progesterone (and what types/ brands etc.) to stop hair from falling? I am taking 6mg Progenova daily, 75...

What is the ideal dosage of Estrogen (Oestrogen) and Progesterone (and what type...

Juneworldcup

•6 years ago

12 Replies

liothyronine

https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2018/11/26/thyroid-patients-abandoned-gain-wait-nhs-bosses-refuse-pay-crucial/?fbclid=IwAR3PcbxuSgWJbvJDvCmJcBAyV02_-RIYIwuJhQh

https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2018/11/26/thyroid-patients-abandoned-gain-wait...

annnsandell

•6 years ago

1 Reply

where to source t3 and t4

Hi, My usual go-to online seems to be shutting down. They supply t3 t4 only...or did. There is a US site but too expensive. I ordered a while back and did not...

Hi, My usual go-to online seems to be shutting down. They supply t3 t4 only...o...

helbell

•6 years ago

1 Reply

T3 conversion

Nhs will only prescribe t4 synthetic. Can i buy t3 on line to supplement as alternative to going to private dr in uk. On a very tight budget and can anyone...

Nhs will only prescribe t4 synthetic. Can i buy t3 on line to supplement as alte...

Malabella

•6 years ago

1 Reply

Article in the Telegraph yesterday

https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2018/11/26/thyroid-patients-abandoned-gain-wait-nhs-bosses-refuse-pay-crucial/

https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2018/11/26/thyroid-patients-abandoned-gain-wait...

jamjar67

•6 years ago

9 Replies

Feeling low

Hi guys....I’m sorry I feel like such a nag. So no one can seem to find a record of a test for antibodies that I supposedly had done. So I guess it’s safe to...

Hi guys....I’m sorry I feel like such a nag. So no one can seem to find a record...

Inafunk63

•6 years ago

9 Replies

T3 supplier?

Hi, I can no longer order T3 from a lady I used for years! Can anyone pm me details of suppliers. Many thanks 🙏

Hi, I can no longer order T3 from a lady I used for years! Can anyone pm me det...

Kellyjam1

•6 years ago

1 Reply

New thyroid sufferer

I was diagnosed hyperthyroid 8 weeks ago. Since then aswell as carbimazole 40mg I’ve now been prescribed levothyroxine 100mg. Why am I now piling weight on? I...

I was diagnosed hyperthyroid 8 weeks ago. Since then aswell as carbimazole 40mg ...

Miishl

•6 years ago

5 Replies

Interesting article in Daily Mail - Anna Richardson diagnosed hypo!

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-6431151/It-wasnt-menopause-years-Sue-Perkins-partner-Anna-battled-problem-thyroid.html

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-6431151/It-wasnt-menopause-years-Sue-...

Banjogirl

•6 years ago

4 Replies

Hashimoto's and Iodine Supplementation

I was diagnosed with Hashimoto's 2 years ago and have faithfully stayed away from foods and supplements containing iodine. My latest blood test show I am now...

I was diagnosed with Hashimoto's 2 years ago and have faithfully stayed away fro...

Hidden

•6 years ago

17 Replies

Over replaced on T3 -how to proceed?

Hi all, hoping for some input on y situation. At the beginning of Oct this year I developed pulsatile Tinnitus. I’ve read that this can perhaps be a result of...

Hi all, hoping for some input on y situation. At the beginning of Oct this year ...

tracyd59

•6 years ago

13 Replies

What times shall I take the saliva test?

Hi.. Can I please get help on the times I should do the 4 point saliva test , starting from the morning one.. I ordered from Regenerus.. Thank you

Hi.. Can I please get help on the times I should do the 4 point saliva test , s...

Maya_83

•6 years ago

3 Replies

Posts - Thyroid UK | HealthUnlocked

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All posts for November 2018

Over medicated

Blood lab results-help for interpretation

Latest blood test results-don’t understand RT3

The effect of soy constituents on thyroid function

Anxiety

Phishing

Thybon

Synacthen test

NEW TO NDT advice please?

Test results

Case Details with Clear Evidence that NHS England Guidance on Prescription of Liothyronine is not Being Followed by CCGs

Temperature fluctuation

Cortisol and DHEA saliva test, should you stop Adrenavive

Self funding for drugs unavailable on BUS.

Staying on 25mg of T4

Just started adding T3 - Supply issues scare me

How long do I have to leave between zinc and NDT?

Hashimotos

What is the ideal dosage of Estrogen (Oestrogen) and Progesterone (and what types/ brands etc.) to stop 40+ woman's hair from falling?

liothyronine

where to source t3 and t4

T3 conversion

Article in the Telegraph yesterday

Feeling low

T3 supplier?

New thyroid sufferer

Interesting article in Daily Mail - Anna Richardson diagnosed hypo!

Hashimoto's and Iodine Supplementation

Over replaced on T3 -how to proceed?

What times shall I take the saliva test?

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