Anyone suffering from a Thyroid Issue?
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_dracarys_ wrote: »_dracarys_ wrote: »Why don't you try counting calories and getting exercise in the meantime just to see what happens?
Do you have thyroid?
Do you know anyone who has thyroid?
If you are going to answer no to any or both these questions I would suggest stay out of this thread discussion.
Thyroid if left untreated can be life threatening.
Lol.
I'm a registered nurse. I know plenty of people with thyroids. Some without. I'm pretty sure if a doctor thought that the OP, at 22 years old, had any kind of thyroid crisis going on, he/she would be acting on it.
However, I'm going to say that the new doctor wants to see if she actually can lose the weight on her own, before resorting to unnecessary testing and/or medication.
Lastly, I can post in a public forum whenever I please, but thank you for your suggestion.
As a nurse you should know better. Age has nothing to do with Thyroid.
Who is at risk for developing postpartum thyroiditis?
Any woman with:
Autoimmune disorders (such as Type 1, or juvenile onset, Diabetes Mellitus)
Positive anti-thyroid antibodies (risk correlates with antibody levels, the higher the antibody the higher the risk)
History of previous thyroid dysfunction
History of previous postpartum thyroiditis (20% of women will have recurrence of thyroiditis with subsequent pregnancies)
Family history of thyroid dysfunction
http://www.thyroid.org/postpartum-thyroiditis/
I can't respond to person with half the knowledge. Poster you won't hear anymore from me.
Can the rest of us posters stop hearing from you now too? Pretty please?
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To the OP: It might be good to find a new doctor. Until then it's a good idea to log your food and exercise. It will give your doctor more information.0
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_dracarys_ wrote: »_dracarys_ wrote: »Why don't you try counting calories and getting exercise in the meantime just to see what happens?
Do you have thyroid?
Do you know anyone who has thyroid?
If you are going to answer no to any or both these questions I would suggest stay out of this thread discussion.
Thyroid if left untreated can be life threatening.
Lol.
I'm a registered nurse. I know plenty of people with thyroids. Some without. I'm pretty sure if a doctor thought that the OP, at 22 years old, had any kind of thyroid crisis going on, he/she would be acting on it.
However, I'm going to say that the new doctor wants to see if she actually can lose the weight on her own, before resorting to unnecessary testing and/or medication.
Lastly, I can post in a public forum whenever I please, but thank you for your suggestion.
Bro. Do you even thyroid?0 -
Total Thyroidectomy in 2000. On .175/.200 alt days and feel fantastic now that I'm working out regularly. Maintaining stability/potency is very difficult in levothyroxine, so I prefer the branded Synthroid (former Abbott employee). Monitor your TSH closely.
Unfortunately thyroid issues have become absurdly overdiagnosed, so docs are not going to trust without verifying. If your TSH levels are in the green they should be looking at other root causes.0 -
OP, my doctor suspected thyroid issues on multiple occasions, however my thyroid tests have always been normal. Then they identified my insulin resistance. It cleared up the many hypothyroid-like symptoms I had. Strict weighing/measuring of food, plenty of exercise, plenty of sleep, and a little boost from a prescription have helped me lose weight and control the IR.
Moral of the story: I'm not trying to diagnose you. I'm just pointing out that sometimes there are other explanations, but they all end with diet and exercise and sometimes adding some extra help from medications. So definitely weigh/measure food, count calories, exercise, and rest. If nothing else, you'll be improving on your current situation. Good luck!
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I would advise for certain changing doctors. I have hasimotos but it did not show up in blood work. But Hasimoto's is a autoimmune disorder that attacks your thyroid. Remember you need to advocate for yourself and make yourself heard, and change doctors until you find someone who listens to you.0
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I guess, OP, I am wondering if your doctor gave you any guidance or guidelines? Any reasons for not testing you? Or was it just a flat out "No"? As a person who was over treated by the medical establishment, I appreciate a doctor who doesn't order 900 test every time I sneeze. If you have been honestly logging in the months since you have birth, that's one thing. But if you want him to rely on year old data - that's another. Track your food/exercise - if you genuinely believe you have a problem and your doctor won't address it - please seek out a new doctor.1
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_dracarys_ wrote: »
Aaaaaand since we know NOTHING of the OP's medical history, you can't play white knight here.
Just to clarify, you are saying she shouldn't at least try to count calories or exercise? She should wait for her doctor to believe her and draw blood? Just making sure that's what you're saying here, because that's totally ridiculous.
To those wondering why I had to flag this post as abuse - because originally the post was a personal attack. What you are reading is NOT the original post. The poster modified it at later time.
Check the "edit" status before you comment.
I won't be taking my flag back because MFP has to know people change their "personal attack" comments and this is an example of one such.
A personal attack? What? Why is everyone on here taking things so personally lately. Jeebus. It's getting really crazy with all the flagging and reporting.
Why are people working so hard to be offended? It's exhausting.
Anyway, I think you read a tone that simply was not there. And, if we are being honest, the poster gave good advice and you came out swinging for no good reason. The OP should keep record of her food and exercise and it will help her down the road as she explores her issues with doctors and specialists.
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PikaKnight wrote: »_dracarys_ wrote: »Why don't you try counting calories and getting exercise in the meantime just to see what happens?
Do you have thyroid?
Do you know anyone who has thyroid?
If you are going to answer no to any or both these questions I would suggest stay out of this thread discussion.
Thyroid if left untreated can be life threatening.
Going to go out on a limb here and say that I'm like 99% sure that a majority of people have a thyroid.
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My endo keeps saying I need to lose weight. Said to keep food dieary to determine amount of calories eaten. Then cut 500 calories. I have Hashimoto's disease, but take no medication. I am trying MFP, keeping track of food & exercise. This has helped. The exercise is a big key for me, but is a a struggle. Hopefully, you can find a doctor to help you.0
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_dracarys_ wrote: »Why don't you try counting calories and getting exercise in the meantime just to see what happens?
Do you have thyroid?
Do you know anyone who has thyroid?
If you are going to answer no to any or both these questions I would suggest stay out of this thread discussion.
Thyroid if left untreated can be life threatening.
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_dracarys_ wrote: »_dracarys_ wrote: »Why don't you try counting calories and getting exercise in the meantime just to see what happens?
Do you have thyroid?
Do you know anyone who has thyroid?
If you are going to answer no to any or both these questions I would suggest stay out of this thread discussion.
Thyroid if left untreated can be life threatening.
Lol.
I'm a registered nurse. I know plenty of people with thyroids. Some without. I'm pretty sure if a doctor thought that the OP, at 22 years old, had any kind of thyroid crisis going on, he/she would be acting on it.
However, I'm going to say that the new doctor wants to see if she actually can lose the weight on her own, before resorting to unnecessary testing and/or medication.
Lastly, I can post in a public forum whenever I please, but thank you for your suggestion.
Bro. Do you even thyroid?
Do the thyroid! (Gettin' jiggy)
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My son's endocrinologist told me that my son's TSH of 3.9 was "well within range" of "normal" and "no indicator of an issue" with the beginning of the hypo range starting at 4.0, his reasoning being a stammered "Well, some tests only rank hypo as 5" (um, but not THIS one, right, doc? Cheesus Chee-rist), told me that my, my mother and my father-in-law having hypothyroidism was "no indicator" and "no red flag" that my son might have more of a chance of being hypo-T than a child without his family history, smirked and gave a half-giggle when I insisted that he was tired BEFORE he began to gain weight, and informed me with authority, "Being overweight causes hypothyroidism," then smirked down at my son's little belly - then over to my overweight self.
Meanwhile, my GP could find "nothing wrong" with me sleeping 16 hours per day and still being so tired I was worried I going to crash into a tree. (The day I finally went for my test, it was only because I didn't think I was going to make the five-minute drive home without sitting down somewhere and resting my head against a wall; I passed the lab and pulled in, hoping for a long wait so I could sit still and not move for longer.)
It was my OB/GYN who asked me one day, "Have you ever considered that 10-day heavy periods, exhaustion, depression and weight gain might be indicative of hypothyroidism?", sent me for a test which I put off because I didn't believe him, then DXd me when my TSH came in close to 8 and my anti-T antibodies were nearly 1900.
It all boils down to finding a doctor who knows what the hell he or she is doing...whatever his or her specialty is. But yes, if you're not getting anywhere with your GP or your OB/GYN, do try an endo. He or she couldn't be as mine as my son's was, what are the odds?
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Hashimoto's. Find a doctor to treat you and your SYMPTOMS...not just your labs.0
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_dracarys_ wrote: »Why don't you try counting calories and getting exercise in the meantime just to see what happens?
I am counting calories and work out daily. I do 5km every other morning and yoga daily along with volleyball and other sports. Thanks for the advice!
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I'm really surprised your doc didn't deal with any possible thyroid issues immediately. Thyroid imbalance can be a huge problem during pregnancy, so I'm glad to hear your pregnancy went well.
Did your doc mention why he won't send you for testing, especially given previous results? It could be that he is waiting for a few more months for your endocrine system to stabilize after pregnancy.
He didn't say why other than, "well it takes work". That after I explained my food diary and all the exercise I do.0 -
Thank you everyone for the replies! To maybe give some more insight, cause I didn't make it very clear, here is a little of my history.
Symptoms started after my first pregnancy (ended in a miscarriage). Before it I was extremely active easily, after I had to fight fatigue like crazy. I was always very bubbly and after I wasn't. I attritbituted it to depression. Then the weight gain started. I tried to just watch what I ate. I use to be 120lb at 5' 6". At 140 I really tried to do cardio work outs. Long story short it slowly just got worse and worse. Then I gave up and it got me here, that part I blame on myself. So after fighting it for a year (weight loss) I went to see my doctor and she ordered tests.0 -
Pregnancy - and any "big" hormonal changes - can trigger hypo-T if you are susceptible to it.
Please keep seeking your answer...I am rooting for you. And I am so very sorry and sad to hear about your miscarriage.
Meanwhile, don't give up hope. Even before I was diagnosed and started medication, if I restricted my calories, I DID lose. (Not that I speak for every possible Hypo-T individual.) Like you, I just had trouble keeping myself on track with that, and I gained. But yes, it's possible.
However, even if you hadn't gained any weight at all, it would be very urgent that you find out whether you have medical issues...so please keep pursuing this.0 -
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I have hypothyroidism and it took months and going to multiple doctors to be diagnosed correctly. After being diagnosed and taking my meds, weight came of easier with watching calories and exercise.
Recently I have stopped taking meds as I have run out and have failed to go back to the doctor for a checkup. I have gained 25 lbs in a short amount of time and have not been able to lose weight with diet and exercise.
It is very important to check your levels and if your doctor will not check, please go to another. Don't wait! In the meantime, continue with calorie counting and exercise. It always feels good to be healthier.
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