Hi everyone!

I've been dealing with hashi's symptoms since age 7, so 20 years now. I had an awful roller coaster of common hypo symptoms due to having a TSH that was "high but within normal range" until I was properly diagnosed at 23. I've had have my dose upped 2 times in the last 4 years and have had to fight most of that time to get noticed (no my hair falling out isn't good no matter what TSH says). Even though I'm currently at a good dose, if I miss one I get swollen, painful joints (hands, feet, and knees), constipation, and fatigue for several days. So not fun. I'm also extremely lactose intolerant and am trying to transition into a paleo diet (pretty lax, but no dairy or wheat atm) for myself and husband. My husband is a bit crippled (our family isn't very p/c ) and is slowly losing muscles in his legs and hands so activities with walking are limited for us and that can be a bit hard. He also has chronic fatigue so lack of sleep, too much exercise, or just random bad days can make for pretty bad days for both of us.

This is my first real go around with MFP (lasted 2 days 3 years ago), and so far I've been here for a week and a half. My personal weight loss goal is 47kg (101 lbs) and so far I'm down 2kg. I'm looking forward to meeting new people and making friends.

Hi, I have had Hashimoto's for 25 years and it fluctuates with me needing to take synthroid and sometimes I do not need to. I have been working with my rheumatologist to get a proper diagnosis for another autoimmune illness. About 16 months ago I was ANA positive but sero-negative for RF and Sjogren's so he thought it was sero-negative RA and I was treated with methotrexate and when that did not work Humira. Last fall I had a horrible flare and developed a malar rash. I went back in to see the doc and he finally ran an anti-ds dna - guess what it was positive so now we are leaning toward a Lupus diagnosis. I go back to see the doctor tomorrow as we redid the labs last week and it will be interesting to see what the outcome is and if we can get a final diagnosis. Meanwhile I am on plaquenil.

I really just want to be as proactive as possible - as there is no organ involvement to date. Since I am also pre-diabetic I have been really working on improving my overall health and eating habits. I follow a paleo diet most of the time ( once in a while I have a little treat) but have found that eliminating grains, dairy, sugar etc really has decreased my inflammation. I have lost almost 18lbs on MFP and really enjoy the community support. I look forward to making new friends.

Hi. I have psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis, and autoimmune hepatitis. I have been on various meds for years but am currently on 50 mg of Imuran and 5 mg of prednisone, trying to wean down from 40 mg, but every time I go below 5 my liver enzymes jump back up. I am DYING to get off of the steriods but it seems impossible. I have gained weight around my midsection and have the classic moon face from them, which I hate. I am trying to manage my weight with MFP but at this point I feel like all I'm doing is staving off weight gain. I guess that's better than nothing but I still need to get about 20 more lbs off if possible.

Looking forward to meeting you all and making some new friends who know what it's like to have autoimmune issues!

Hi, I'm new to myfitnesspal, but not autoimmune disorders! I have primary biliary cirrhosis, GERD and celiac disease. And I'm having my second colonoscopy in 6 months because my gastro is fairly certain that I have Crohn's as well.

My only medications are Ursodiol and Nexium.

I'm looking forward to getting to "know" you all!

Hi folks, I'm Carrie. I'm 37, and have chronic pelvic pain syndrome and stage 3/4 endometriosis, which comes with a whack of immune symptoms. I'm on long term disability. I have the diet thing down pretty well most days, but I definitely need to move more, which can get tricky with the pain and fatigue. I seem to be having new and unsettling symptoms recently which have gotten in the way of being able to head to a gym or do much more than walk and stretch gently/light weights. I've only managed a 3 lb loss in the last month, but my weight fluctuates greatly because of swelling so I'm not recording my weight weekly. Only when I drop below the last weigh in. Otherwise, I take it a day at a time and try not to get too bummed when a bad day hits.

Feel free to add me as a friend.

Hello Everyone! I was diagnosed in 2011 with Pernicious Anemia (autoimmune B12 deficiency). Years of not being diagnosed lead to more problems, such as chronic fatigue, ulcers and nerve damage. I also have degenerative disc disease, thoracic outlet syndrome, on and on… And I have a daughter with Hashimoto’s
If you are looking for support from someone who understands what it’s like to struggle to get out of bed every day and find motivation, feel free to add me.