not well at all

jane2802

hi everyone

have just got what i hope is my last cold before the summer and have just had my results back and i now have an under active thyroid, which would explain the weight gain. i also am feeling quite tired. if anyone else has the same thyroid problem could you give me any pointers. i start the meds today.

jane

 

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louj
louj (3 years ago)
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Really sorry to hear you are poorly. I've had a look at some pages on hypothyroidism- there is lots of stuff out there as I'm sure you know. The information under 'How is hypothyroidism treated' sounds positive.

"The treatment is to take levothyroxine (thyroxine) tablets each day. This replaces the thyroxine which your thyroid gland is not making. Most people feel much better soon after starting treatment."

You can read the whole article here. Anyone got any more personal tips?

Fingers crossed for you. xx

jane2802
jane2802 (3 years ago)
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hi and thanks, i checked out the link and feel ok about it all, i was a bit worried at first but it seems easily sorted. have been on thyroxine for a few days now and am hoping they will start working soon. thanks everyone for your kind words. jane
eileengriffiths
eileengriffiths (3 years ago)
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I hope you are soon feeling better x

magjulee
magjulee (3 years ago)
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Im overactive and I lost weight but its back now that im on medication. I understand that the tiredness etc are the same so I really feel for you. I felt panicky and had terrible palpitations. Good look with the medication and I hope you feel better soon.

Ann1e
Ann1e (3 years ago)
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Good luck - hope you feel better soon x