Wanna Play Doctor?? ;)

tinksmommy2006

LOL ok so first off...I am not a person to freak out or be all worried this is strictly for amusement purposes and no mater what you say I will not be all like "omg i am going to die!".

I have lost 50 lbs rather quickly, but since I lost it, all other weight loss has stopped. I have tried upping calories, lowering them, eating cleaner, lifting more weights, exercising more, and less...and nothing has budged...i gain the same 5 lbs then lose it...over and over. My hair is starting to break off and become very brittle, the same with my nails. I am tired all the damn time, feel no depresses but just BLAH all the damn time, No energy, I used to never be effected by cold like seriously no effect...I could go out shoe less in snow and i would be ok...now my toes and fingers will be like ice if i go out side when its below 70 degrees. and stay that way allllll day. I am only going to the bathroom about once a week if you know what i mean...lol. I am getting headaches about 2-3 times a week...which is super unusual for me..never used to get them at all. I am hungry ALL THE TIME. And I don't mean like under calorie hungry I mean no matter what amount of food or what it is my body does not feel full. Its like when you smoke pot (i dont but i did in high school) and you get the munchies...its like my brain isnt getting the full signal. And my memory is getting horrid...just simple day to day things i am having a hard time keeping straight. Oh and DRY DRY SKIN...which I have always had...but omg is it getting worse.

Ok so these are the main things that consern me. And yes I AM GOING TO THE DOCTOR...lol. My appt. is for the 17th...it's the soonest they could get me in. But I just wanted to see what all the online doctors thoughts where...lol :laugh:

So what is wrong with me Doc??

HMD7703

Ever had your Thyroid tested?

MassiveDelta

WWHD

What Would House Do?

MassiveDelta

Your diary is not shared. How much are you eating? dont want to share your diary? List everything you here you have eaten for the last 3 days.

Are you taking any vitamins or supplements? What are they?

tinksmommy2006

Ever had your Thyroid tested?

No I haven't. But I am hoping they do when I go.

tinksmommy2006

Your diary is not shared. How much are you eating? dont want to share your diary? List everything you here you have eaten for the last 3 days.

Are you taking any vitamins or supplements? What are they?

Only shared with friends...BUT

Today I had..........

Great Value Dsf - Pineapple Tidbits, 1/2 cup 60 15 0 0 0 1
Great Value - Reduced Fat Finely Shredded Mild Cheddar Cheese, 0.33 cup (28 g) 89 0 6 7 20 0
Generic - Egg Beaters, 3/4 cup 90 3 0 18 0 0
Texas Pete - Hot Sauce, 1 tsp (4 g) 0 1 0 0 0 0
Add Food Quick Tools 239 19 6 25 20 1

Naturevalley - Darkchocolategranolabar, 2 bars 190 0 0 0 0 0
Add Food Quick Tools 190 0 0 0 0 0

Bacon Ranch Chicken Salad - Spring Greens Mix W/ Grilled Chicken, 4 oz 230 2 9 30 10 4
Add Food Quick Tools 230 2 9 30 10 4

Yesterday I had.............
Ole Extreme Wellness, High Fiber, Low Carb - Tortilla (Soft Taco Shell), 2 Tortilla 142 34 4 16 8 24
Great Value - Reduced Fat Finely Shredded Mild Cheddar Cheese, 0.33 cup (28 g) 89 0 6 7 20 0
Generic - Egg Beaters, 1/2 cup 60 2 0 12 0 0
Texas Pete - Hot Sauce, 1 tsp (4 g)
Add Food Quick Tools 291 37 10 35 28 24

Aunt Millie's - Healthy Goodness Light Whole Grain Bread, 2 slices 70 20 1 4 10 6
Great Value - Fat Free Processed American Cheese Slice, 1 Slice 35 3 0 5 15 0
Progresso Light - Italian Style Meatball Soup, 2 Cup 160 26 4 6 4 4
Add Food Quick Tools 265 49 5 15 29 10

Fresh and Easy - Watermelon Chunks, 10 ounces 80 22 0 0 0 0
Add Food Quick Tools 80 22 0 0 0 0

Chili - Turkey With Beans - 98% Fat Free, 2 cup (247g) 420 56 6 34 16 12
Add Food Quick Tools 420 56 6 34 16 12

Jiffy - Corn Bread Made With 1 Egg and 2% Milk, 1/4 Cup (1 muffin) 170 27 4 2 8 1

And I eat nature vally bars..and Fiber one bars for some extra fiber cuz if I dont I dont even go that once a week....lol. And yes I taka a multi vitamin for her once a day for women, and extra calcium every other day because I never get enough of it if I don't.

Sorry you asked for 3 days...

Musselman's - Apple Butter, 1 Tbsp 30 8 0 0 0 0
Generic - Egg Beaters, 1/2 cup 60 2 0 12 0 0
Aunt Millie's - Healthy Goodness Light Whole Grain Bread, 2 slices 70 20 1 4 10 6
Texas Pete - Hot Sauce, 2 tsp (4 g) 0 2 0 0 0 0
Walmart Great Value - Mild Finely Shredded Cheddar Cheese (Reduced Fat), 0.25 cup 68 1 5 5 15 0
Add Food Quick Tools 228 33 6 21 25 6

Nature Valley - Sr Oats 'n Dark Chocolate Crunchy Granola Bar, 2 bars 190 28 8 4 0 3
Add Food Quick Tools 190 28 8 4 0 3

Walmart - 96/4 All Natural Extra Lean Ground Beef, 4 oz (112g) 130 0 4 24 0 0
Taco Bell - Hard Taco Shells, 3 taco shells 150 22 6 2 0 2
Great Value - Lime & Garlic Salsa (Mild), 3 Tbsp 23 5 0 0 3 2
Great Value - Reduced Fat Finely Shredded Mild Cheddar Cheese, 0.08991 cup (28 g) 24 0 2 2 5 0
Knorr-Lipton Sides - Spanish Rice, 0.5 cup prepared (no butter/oil) 115 25 1 3 1 1
Green Giant - Valley Fresh Steamers - Super Sweet Corn & Butter Sauce, 1/2 cup cooked 90 15 2 3 0 2
Add Food Quick Tools 532 67 15 34 9 7

Nabisco - Honeymaid Grahams, 2 sheets 130 24 3 2 0 1
Hershey's - Milk Chocolate, 0.5 Bar 105 13 7 2 4 1
No Name - Large Marshmellows, 2 pieces (28g) 45 12 0 1 0 0
Add Food Quick Tools 280 49 10 5 4 2

And also today is not done...just so you know:)

MassiveDelta

so your daily caloric intake is regularly what? and for how long?

i_love_vinegar

Are you getting enough iron?


Here are some symptoms of iron deficiency that seem to match what you are experiencing.
Brittle hair and brittle nails
Fatigue
Tiredness
Lack of energy
Lack of concentration and confusion
Inability to think properly
Impaired neurological development
Poor academic performance
Pale lips, pale and brittle nails and pale skin

Cold extremities is common in women and can mean a low red cell count. Iron deficiency is also extremely common in women.
My boyfriend is an md and told me this yesterday.

Here is a link to the information I cited: http://www.drgranny.com/2011/03/26/iron-deficiency-symptoms-in-women/

Good luck!

tinksmommy2006

I keep it between 1200 and 1400 as much as possible i mean of course I have bad days where I barely hit 1200 or I go just above but I try to keep it in between. and that for 3 months now....before that i stuck to the 1200 mfp set me at...but that's when I got so stuck. This started about 5 months ago also in case that needs to be known. i also walk about 5 miles at least 3 days a week, and exercise at least 30 minutes a day with the dogs, kids, elliptical..also lift weights (6lbs) and squats, lunges, reverse site ups every other day. and Iron has always been good. I donate blood so it is tested every time there and they always say its in a great range...what ever that means.

theonenonlykris

Getting your blood work done will help. See if you doctor will write you a script for your bloodwork to be drawn and that way it will be ready for your appointment to review.

All of which will rule out iron deficiency anemia, thyroid, PCOS/issue with fats. Once thing it wont do is rule out Type 1 diabetes unless your glucose is really high.

Weight loss can sometimes cause our bodies to be out of wack, organs shift, processing better and hormones. Its good regardless of your health to get a physical once a year which includes bloodwork.

Can you tell I work for a lab?

tinksmommy2006

Getting your blood work done will help. See if you doctor will write you a script for your bloodwork to be drawn and that way it will be ready for your appointment to review.

All of which will rule out iron deficiency anemia, thyroid, PCOS/issue with fats. Once thing it wont do is rule out Type 1 diabetes unless your glucose is really high.

Weight loss can sometimes cause our bodies to be out of wack, organs shift, processing better and hormones. Its good regardless of your health to get a physical once a year which includes bloodwork.

Can you tell I work for a lab?

Really good idea for the blood work in advance. I didn't think to ask for that. And Yeah I would have figured you for a lab worker or a nurse...lol

TK266

I only know how to play one Doctor ... Bow-ties are cool.

but for real. yes first go see a Doctor. My question is what is your water intake? I ask mainly due to the not going to the bathroom but once a week. Some of the other things you mention sound like situational dehydration (i'm a scout leader so I always think about hydration)

other then that you need to review your eating to see what might be missing.

but see that doctor.

tinksmommy2006

I only know how to play one Doctor ... Bow-ties are cool.

but for real. yes first go see a Doctor. My question is what is your water intake? I ask mainly due to the not going to the bathroom but once a week. Some of the other things you mention sound like situational dehydration (i'm a scout leader so I always think about hydration)

other then that you need to review your eating to see what might be missing.

but see that doctor.

The only thing I drink is water. And I drink 4 to 5 28oz. containers a day...i just take it every where. My appointment is the 17th.

krazyforyou

You definately needs labs drawn. It very well could be low iron or vit b12 def. How fast did it tske you to lose 50 lbs?? How long has it been since you were at the MDs last. I am an RN and I am very concerned about you!!!

tinksmommy2006

You definately needs labs drawn. It very well could be low iron or vit b12 def. How fast did it tske you to lose 50 lbs?? How long has it been since you were at the MDs last. I am an RN and I am very concerned about you!!!

First off thank you for being concerned and just so you know I plan on being an *kitten* to my dr. until they listen and figure this out...lol. Ok I started losing the weight as of august 2nd ...which was also the last dr. appointment I had. I had it all off my the end of November...thanksgiving time...i gained 8 back over the holidays but lost it right away again so....i guess 4 months still if you don't add in my gain..it took me 2 weeks to get the 8 back off, i thought that was quick but?? And I can say my weight loss started then because that's the day i decided to start.

krazyforyou

Get quickly to see the doctor. Be sure you make a written list of the problems you are having . Be damn sure he or she gives you adequate time to discuss the issues. And make notes while your there. There could be some serious issues going on that need to be determined. Good luck. And let us know what you find out. If you can get in before the date of April 14th.

i_love_vinegar

How do you know your iron (and b12) levels are good? Are you taking a daily multivitamin with iron in it (some leave it out because it can cause stomach aches and stuff)? If not, I would suggest going out and buying some and seeing if your symptoms start to fade away after a couple days.

tinksmommy2006

How do you know your iron (and b12) levels are good? Are you taking a daily multivitamin with iron in it (some leave it out because it can cause stomach aches and stuff)? If not, I would suggest going out and buying some and seeing if your symptoms start to fade away after a couple days.

I donate blood once a month and they have to check iron because if it is to low your not allowed to donate...but I do take a multi vitamin...one a day for her...and yes it has iron and b12...a days "serving"

tinksmommy2006

Get quickly to see the doctor. Be sure you make a written list of the problems you are having . Be damn sure he or she gives you adequate time to discuss the issues. And make notes while your there. There could be some serious issues going on that need to be determined. Good luck. And let us know what you find out. If you can get in before the date of April 14th.

My original appointment was the first of may....they have me on a list of cancellations...which is how it got changed to the 17th. getting into any dr. where i live sucks butt. it takes forever!

tinksmommy2006

went to the er...i have hypothyroidism...just wanted to let you guys know incase you where wondering.

MassiveDelta

went to the er...i have hypothyroidism...just wanted to let you guys know incase you where wondering.

that's where I was leaning after re-reading but so many other things without blood work. Glad you found the cause

tinksmommy2006

went to the er...i have hypothyroidism...just wanted to let you guys know incase you where wondering.

that's where I was leaning after re-reading but so many other things without blood work. Glad you found the cause

Yeah they said i was just over a point low on my potassium but that all my other levels were wonderful...just my thyroid...damn thyroid! lol oh well now i know now they can fix me! lol

jcriscuolo

Thyroid - my daughter had the same issues.