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Hypothyroid newbie. Horrible sinus cold/strep throat. Can’t take usual Sudafed with levothyroxine. Advice on how to feel better?

I was diagnosed in August and take 75 levothyroxine. I was supposed to have blood tests last Monday but rescheduled as taking teen to GP with strep...

I was diagnosed in August and take 75 levothyroxine. I was supposed to have bloo...

Tired2022

•1 year ago

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Central Hypo and Hashi's with multiplying nodules. Next dose to fight for, and why. Expert Help needed!

Had my NHS thyroid ultrasound 16/11/22. Waited 14 months. Given 6 days notice, and stated must have 7 days notice if need to alter appointment, otherwise go...

Had my NHS thyroid ultrasound 16/11/22. Waited 14 months. Given 6 days notice, ...

Wua13262348

•1 year ago

15 Replies

TT or RAI

HiI have Graves disease - diagnosed 30 Sept 22 with zero TSH and high TRAB count. Carbimazole 40mg less than 3 weeks and neotrophils dropped with slightly...

HiI have Graves disease - diagnosed 30 Sept 22 with zero TSH and high TRAB count...

MsPeartree

•1 year ago

20 Replies

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Weight increase and lethargy and generally feeling very flat

Hello lovely people I recently put my blood results on here and was given some sage advice. I no longer have headaches which is wonderful I increased my...

Hello lovely people I recently put my blood results on here and was given som...

jaxie28

•1 year ago

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Would someone mind taking a look at my blood results please?

I paid for a private test with Thriva and unfortunately can't find the reference ranges although everything looks 'normal'. I'm post menopausal, just started...

I paid for a private test with Thriva and unfortunately can't find the reference...

ducky1971

•1 year ago

1 Reply

Suppressed TSH & taking T3, question please?

Quick question; do people taking T3 just not worry about suppressed TSH? (I mean personally, I don't mean in terms of trying to get it past so-called...

Quick question; do people taking T3 just not worry about suppressed TSH? (I m...

turquoisea7

•1 year ago

69 Replies

Liothyronine is no longer a red drug in some ICBs, need advice...

Background: I initiated T3 in September 2020 through a private GP, then I was referred to an NHS endo who agrees I have a clinical need for it, but told me...

Background: I initiated T3 in September 2020 through a private GP, then I was re...

Zazbag

•1 year ago

31 Replies

Ultrasound scan results

Hi everyone ❤️ As some on here may know I had full thyroidectomy in May 2019 struggled with thyroid meds but got on T3, then in April 2020 I had 2 over range...

Hi everyone ❤️ As some on here may know I had full thyroidectomy in May 2019 str...

birkie

•1 year ago

11 Replies

Burning and Painful Feet in the Night

I am wondering if anyone is able to help please - following my previous posts when I have had some really helpful advice - I am wondering if there might be...

I am wondering if anyone is able to help please - following my previous posts wh...

Lemondrizz1

•1 year ago

22 Replies

Can anyone give me up to date experiences with Triyotex please ? Sources of Cynomel dried up !

I’m currently out of my usual Grossman Cynomel as my provider sent Triyotex as a replacement . I was about to take one this morning , but after reading of...

I’m currently out of my usual Grossman Cynomel as my provider sent Triyotex as a...

Junep

•1 year ago

1 Reply

Dr Mercola article about iron

Very interesting article by Dr Mercola this morning, which has had me re-thinking my iron intake. The video is very short...

Very interesting article by Dr Mercola this morning, which has had me re-thinkin...

Margo

•1 year ago

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How to take levothyroxine when you take other meds?

I'm just wanting to make sure I'm taking my levothyroxine and my other meds right. I'm not sure bc some say wait 30 minutes. Some say 1 hour. And for some meds...

I'm just wanting to make sure I'm taking my levothyroxine and my other meds righ...

Hey1975

•1 year ago

3 Replies

thyroid and tinnitus

hi all, I believe tinnitus can be caused by low thyroid levels, I’m currently changing meds to levothyroxine & liothyronine (was on levo & NDt). I’ve had...

hi all, I believe tinnitus can be caused by low thyroid levels, I’m currently ...

Thyroid_mum

•1 year ago

14 Replies

Ultrasound

I recently found a lump on my neck my go refered me for a ultrasound, I had the ultrasound this morning he was very quick he come in said my name scanned me...

I recently found a lump on my neck my go refered me for a ultrasound, I had the ...

Mrsb1988

•1 year ago

25 Replies

Grains to grams

Personally I get confused by the old measure of "grains". To me it's like rods. poles or perches. So I use this table if ayone's interested What is 1 grain...

Personally I get confused by the old measure of "grains". To me it's like rods. ...

diogenes

Remembering•1 year ago

21 Replies

The almighty power of Vitamin C

Most of us are very familiar with this powerful antioxidant and take it on a daily basis. I wanted to share this link here for those who may be interested to...

Most of us are very familiar with this powerful antioxidant and take it on a dai...

Capri2020

•1 year ago

1 Reply

New results

Hi I was ordering if anyone can help with my latest results, I am currently on thyroid s 3 grains a day 2 in the morning and one around 2pm my latest results...

Hi I was ordering if anyone can help with my latest results, I am currently on t...

cneal09

•1 year ago

9 Replies

Can we talk about diet and supplements please?

I’ve seen a lot of good advice on here about what diets to follow and what supplements to use but it doesn’t seem to be a one size fits all approach so I...

I’ve seen a lot of good advice on here about what diets to follow and what suppl...

Hidden

•1 year ago

50 Replies

T3 and antidepressants

Goodmorning to all. I would like to ask a very general question. For me the addition of T3 in the right dose has improved my energy levels and generally i...

Goodmorning to all. I would like to ask a very general question. For me the addi...

Mariazeta

•1 year ago

17 Replies

Result history

Hi everyone My results history as follows. 125mcg levo 2011, T3 0.96, T4 9.40, TSH 1.73 2012 , T3 1.04, T4 6.1, TSH 0.57 2013, T3 1.02, T4 10.5, TSH 0.62...

Hi everyone My results history as follows. 125mcg levo 2011, T3 0.96, T4 9.40, ...

Petgirl2

•1 year ago

13 Replies

Hi folks, I need help sourcing Tirosint, Please PM

Hi all, I'm based in Ireland, am post partial thyroidectomy and suffering. I don't tolerate binders and fillers in meds generally, as well as having food...

Hi all, I'm based in Ireland, am post partial thyroidectomy and suffering. I do...

Pastorbarrett

•1 year ago

7 Replies

blood tests and DXA scan

Following blood tests and a DXA scan I finally have results from the Endo. Re scan it states: T-scores have been reported as -1.3 at the left neck of fear and...

Following blood tests and a DXA scan I finally have results from the Endo. Re sc...

Lottyplum

•1 year ago

3 Replies

Where can I source NDT?

If anyone can give details for above, please pm me. Also, is NDT similar to Metavive I?

If anyone can give details for above, please pm me. Also, is NDT similar to Meta...

Jamima

•1 year ago

1 Reply

latest blood test

Good evening, Is anyone able to help me interpret my results please (2/11/22) TSH- 2.29 Free T3- 3.9 Free T4- 13.2 Currently taking 50mcg Levothyroxine....

Good evening, Is anyone able to help me interpret my results please (2/11/22) ...

Florah

•1 year ago

4 Replies

Blood tests 2nd time in 2 weeks. Results posted on my NHS but then told the blood was too old! Your comments please?

Vit D level 77nmol/LB12 level 461 ng/L (197 - 771) Folate level 4.2 ug/L (2.9 - 18.7) Ferritin level 147 ug/L (20 - 260) Second thyroid test in 2 weeks T3...

Vit D level 77nmol/LB12 level 461 ng/L (197 - 771) Folate level 4.2 ug/L (2.9 -...

A1Amber

•1 year ago

7 Replies

Didn't get anywhere at endo appointment with TSH 5.8 and elevated TG antibodies. Is it worth getting another opinion?

Hi guys, Male, UK in my 30s here. Have lots of typical thyroid symptoms, tiredness, aches, not the best stomach health, elevated cholesterol etc etc. My...

Hi guys, Male, UK in my 30s here. Have lots of typical thyroid symptoms, tir...

Hidden

•1 year ago

35 Replies

my bowel movements have stopped completely

I can only have a bowel movement by inserting Dulcolax rectally. This condition is killing me mentally and physically. This is the worst torture possible. Any...

I can only have a bowel movement by inserting Dulcolax rectally. This condition ...

Larrie12

•1 year ago

38 Replies

Dry sinuses/nasal congestion!?

Going crazy with nasal congestion combined with super dry sinuses. This is not typical for me, and I’ve read thyroid can impact this. This is now week 2 and...

Going crazy with nasal congestion combined with super dry sinuses. This is not t...

rustyempire

•1 year ago

33 Replies

Will medication get rid of my goitre?

Hi all, Quick question - my thyroid is still being “monitored” by my endocrinologist. Meanwhile I believe the goitre on my thyroid is getting bigger. When I...

Hi all, Quick question - my thyroid is still being “monitored” by my endocrinol...

Babymagic37

•1 year ago

8 Replies

Armour or Erfa in Mexico?

hello, Does anyone know if you can but Erfa or Armour over the counter in Mexico, specifically Baja California Sur? Tired

hello, Does anyone know if you can but Erfa or Armour over the counter in Mexi...

Tiredofthis77

•1 year ago

2 Replies

Posts - Thyroid UK | HealthUnlocked

Thyroid UK

All posts for November 2022

Hypothyroid newbie. Horrible sinus cold/strep throat. Can’t take usual Sudafed with levothyroxine. Advice on how to feel better?

Central Hypo and Hashi's with multiplying nodules. Next dose to fight for, and why. Expert Help needed!

TT or RAI

Weight increase and lethargy and generally feeling very flat

Would someone mind taking a look at my blood results please?

Suppressed TSH & taking T3, question please?

Liothyronine is no longer a red drug in some ICBs, need advice...

Ultrasound scan results

Burning and Painful Feet in the Night

Can anyone give me up to date experiences with Triyotex please ? Sources of Cynomel dried up !

Dr Mercola article about iron

How to take levothyroxine when you take other meds?

thyroid and tinnitus

Ultrasound

Grains to grams

The almighty power of Vitamin C

New results

Can we talk about diet and supplements please?

T3 and antidepressants

Result history

Hi folks, I need help sourcing Tirosint, Please PM

blood tests and DXA scan

Where can I source NDT?

latest blood test

Blood tests 2nd time in 2 weeks. Results posted on my NHS but then told the blood was too old! Your comments please?

Didn't get anywhere at endo appointment with TSH 5.8 and elevated TG antibodies. Is it worth getting another opinion?

my bowel movements have stopped completely

Dry sinuses/nasal congestion!?

Will medication get rid of my goitre?

Armour or Erfa in Mexico?

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