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hi, my vitamin D was 73.60 (50-200). Should I be aiming to get it a bit higher? For context I have active Graves and currently on 10mg Carbimazole (this was...

hi, my vitamin D was 73.60 (50-200). Should I be aiming to get it a bit higher? ...

Kari55

•6 months ago

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Berberine

I’ve read a few articles recently about this ‘wonder’ supplement, one claiming it is nature’s ozempic! Does anyone have any views, and can it be safely taken...

I’ve read a few articles recently about this ‘wonder’ supplement, one claiming i...

Onlymeandyou

•6 months ago

11 Replies

Abnormal low TSH

Hi- been under active for years and been on 100 micrograms of Levo for years as well. Feeling ok and levels always normal since. Had my annual check up last...

Hi- been under active for years and been on 100 micrograms of Levo for years as ...

Nmcx

•6 months ago

12 Replies

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Assessing liver function and interpreting liver blood tests

From NHS England's Specialist Pharmacy Service: Assessing liver function and interpreting liver blood tests Published 1 May 2024...

From NHS England's Specialist Pharmacy Service: Assessing liver function and in...

helvella

Administrator•6 months ago

1 Reply

T4 keeps dipping and Endo says levels are still “good” (but I feel exhausted)

Hi all, I used to be on: -150mg of Levo And - 1.5 grains of ERFA NDT which was very suitable for years. My T4 would usually come out in between 18 to 20...

Hi all, I used to be on: -150mg of Levo And - 1.5 grains of ERFA NDT which...

hormonaljunkie

•6 months ago

13 Replies

Is there a link to a list of UK Liothyronine brands available please?

I’ve just searched Helvella’s blogs and can only find a list of Levothyroxine brands available in the UK……. Is there a similar list for Liothyronine somewhere...

I’ve just searched Helvella’s blogs and can only find a list of Levothyroxine br...

Alternatively

•6 months ago

7 Replies

Wondering about something

I know everyone is different so there won't be a precise answer to this. I know when we have a dose increase it takes a few weeks or more to feel the effects....

I know everyone is different so there won't be a precise answer to this. I know...

Obsdian

•6 months ago

9 Replies

raised euthyrox 100mg all my joins arms hands waist are in pains

i had test done mt tsh is 5.1 [ 0-4.5] and my t4 is 16.7 [12-22] dr dident write to mae t3 my whole body hurts i dont know why i am on 100 mg...

i had test done mt tsh is 5.1 [ 0-4.5] and my t4 is 16.7 [12-22] dr di...

morcan54

•6 months ago

1 Reply

help please seeing the doctors today and haematologist

hello I have has my thyroid tested privately as my tsh levels have always been around 1. these are the results from the test done at 11 am.i had not eaten...

hello I have has my thyroid tested privately as my tsh levels have always been a...

Bonfire24

•6 months ago

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Teva brand

I would be interested to know peoples experiences with the brand Teva…good or bad. Is there any evidence to suggest that some brands are more compatible than...

I would be interested to know peoples experiences with the brand Teva…good or ba...

Henson1980

•6 months ago

7 Replies

Need Help with Diagnosis

I'm new to investigating thyroid issues, so I need some help from experts please. My husband has been suffering increasing fatigue for several years now, and...

I'm new to investigating thyroid issues, so I need some help from experts please...

Thyroid_Newbie

•6 months ago

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Wockhardt levothyroxine

Hi I just read on another site anyone over the age of 50 shouldn't take Wockhardt brand of levothyroxine. Surely this can't be true. I've been taking 50/75...

Hi I just read on another site anyone over the age of 50 shouldn't take Wockhard...

GREENcard13

•6 months ago

34 Replies

T3 prescription

Out of curiosity has anyone self medicated on T3 and purchased from abroad specifically Spain. I have spent the last 3 years asking gp for endo referral to be...

Out of curiosity has anyone self medicated on T3 and purchased from abroad speci...

jodes86baldwin

•6 months ago

45 Replies

latest results percentage calculator please

Hi can anyone do the percentage please for my recent FT3 results ? I’m currently on 50mcg Levo 25mcg T3 Thybon Henning I was on 20mcg T3 And 50mcg Levo...

Hi can anyone do the percentage please for my recent FT3 results ? I’m currently...

lynnwin

•6 months ago

6 Replies

Is lactose intolerance and soya sensitivity affecting absorption of T4?

SlowDragon If I have a lactose intolerance and sensitivity to soya, could this be affecting my T4 absorption or conversion to T3? If so, would liquid...

SlowDragon If I have a lactose intolerance and sensitivity to soya, could this ...

Sailing14

•6 months ago

17 Replies

Weird sensation below right ribs

for about 4 years now I’ve had this feeling below right ribs it’s a full/swollen feeling when I sit down I notice it more and if I’m running it feels like I’m...

for about 4 years now I’ve had this feeling below right ribs it’s a full/swollen...

Warfare

•6 months ago

23 Replies

B12 and Ferritin results

Just had blood tests and results for B12 are 201 (110-900) and ferritin 59 (30-337). Am I right in thinking these should be higher?

Just had blood tests and results for B12 are 201 (110-900) and ferritin 59 (30-3...

Girlslovescifi

•6 months ago

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ferritin levels before starting T3

Just received a letter from NHS endo giving me a trail on T3 it’s been a battle.. medichecks test done last July showed ferritin at 25.9 (30-300) TSH...

Just received a letter from NHS endo giving me a trail on T3 it’s been a battle....

JadeFox

•6 months ago

37 Replies

screen changed

Did I press the wrong button or has there been a change? Part of the heading has moved to the bottom of the screen. That's the bit with 'My Hub', Chat,...

Did I press the wrong button or has there been a change? Part of the heading ...

Anthea55

•6 months ago

1 Reply

Hypothyroid

Hello.. I’ve just joined this community and hoping to get advice along the way on how to manage my hypothyroidism. Only recently been diagnosed and prescribed...

Hello.. I’ve just joined this community and hoping to get advice along the way ...

CarolMSM

•6 months ago

11 Replies

Bottom of T4 range - Graves

Ok - had a mental health crisis over the weekend - not feeling great but kinda sorted myself out. I was waiting for results which get posted and thought I had...

Ok - had a mental health crisis over the weekend - not feeling great but kinda s...

nooneimportant

•6 months ago

9 Replies

Forum Posting Guidelines - 23

Guideline 23 The Thyroid UK forum guidelines are always accessible on this pinned post: Forum Posting Guidelines...

Guideline 23 The Thyroid UK forum guidelines are always accessible on ...

helvella

Administrator•6 months ago

1 Reply

NHS endo for ndt (E Sussex area)

Is there a list of sympathetic nhs endos who will prescribe ndt please.

releasethekraken

•6 months ago

6 Replies

Extra folate & biotin?

Since 24th April, I’ve taken 50mg levo daily, with BioCare Adreno Complex, Igennus Super B-Complex and separate Igennus B12. It’s early days, but in due course...

Since 24th April, I’ve taken 50mg levo daily, with BioCare Adreno Complex, Igenn...

KingJohnVII

•6 months ago

4 Replies

update and advice please

First of all I want to thank the administrators and everyone who contribute to this forum. I look at it several times a week and so continue to learn about...

First of all I want to thank the administrators and everyone who contribute to t...

Catch57

•6 months ago

5 Replies

St George’s NHS 1st Appointment Query

Is anyone treated under St George’s NHS? I had a question about the first appointment. The letter states to bring a urine sample. Was this necessary?

Is anyone treated under St George’s NHS? I had a question about the first appoin...

Curious123

•6 months ago

16 Replies

Test Result Feedback

Any feedback on below bloods? On 600mcg levothyroxine total per week. Am working on the iron at the moment. Vit B12 and D are fine. Trying to de-stress where...

Any feedback on below bloods? On 600mcg levothyroxine total per week. Am worki...

Curious123

•6 months ago

4 Replies

Dr Asif Malik Humayun

Hi All Can you please message my inbox if you have every been treated by Dr Humayun for Hypothyroidism, Im looking into arranging an appointment with him...

Hi All Can you please message my inbox if you have every been treated by Dr H...

Henson1980

•6 months ago

1 Reply

Doctor says T3 is unnecessary

I’ve got an underactive thyroid and have severe fatigue as well as other symptoms (dry eyes, weight gain, low immune system, eyebrow hair loss). I started...

I’ve got an underactive thyroid and have severe fatigue as well as other symptom...

Hamsters5

•6 months ago

16 Replies

Gaslighted by GPs 😩 TSH 18 updated 10/05/24 TSH 23 😢

hello, just looking for any advice. My gp just keeps increasing my levothyroxine I’m now on 175mg and my levels are not improving at all. I have reduced...

hello, just looking for any advice. My gp just keeps increasing my levothyroxine...

Emma1986x

•6 months ago

40 Replies

Posts - Thyroid UK | HealthUnlocked

Thyroid UK

All posts for May 2024

results

Berberine

Abnormal low TSH

Assessing liver function and interpreting liver blood tests

T4 keeps dipping and Endo says levels are still “good” (but I feel exhausted)

Is there a link to a list of UK Liothyronine brands available please?

Wondering about something

raised euthyrox 100mg all my joins arms hands waist are in pains

help please seeing the doctors today and haematologist

Teva brand

Need Help with Diagnosis

Wockhardt levothyroxine

T3 prescription

latest results percentage calculator please

Is lactose intolerance and soya sensitivity affecting absorption of T4?

Weird sensation below right ribs

B12 and Ferritin results

ferritin levels before starting T3

screen changed

Hypothyroid

Bottom of T4 range - Graves

Forum Posting Guidelines - 23

NHS endo for ndt (E Sussex area)

Extra folate & biotin?

update and advice please

St George’s NHS 1st Appointment Query

Test Result Feedback

Dr Asif Malik Humayun

Doctor says T3 is unnecessary

Gaslighted by GPs 😩 TSH 18 updated 10/05/24 TSH 23 😢

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