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Please be careful with the radioactive iodine treatment. It is not an exact science and you could end up with hypothyroidism. I had the treatment about 7 years ago, and if I had to do it again, I would have them halve the dosage. I realize that there probably is treatment improvement in that time frame, but I wish someone had told me this. Good luck with your treatment.
I saw an amazing endocrinoligst today. I got more from meeting with her for 20 min than I did in 3 months w/the previous one. She diagnosed me with hyperthyroidism and scheduled a radioactive iodine uptake/ablation procedure.
She explained how almost all of my problems could be explained by this: rapid rise in heart rate on exertion, constantly mildly sick, low tolerance for heat, depression, unable to lose weight, and constant fatigue.
I've had problems for 40 years but not to the extent that I have had for the past year. Can't believe it took so long but very thankful for her!
SouthernBelle, hyperthyroidism results in losing weight, sometimes alarmingly fast...your symptoms describe hypothyroidism.
I would also have your cholesterol checked as well.
SouthernBelle, hyperthyroidism results in losing weight, sometimes alarmingly fast...your symptoms describe hypothyroidism.
I would also have your cholesterol checked as well.
Thank you but as I am diabetic and the thyroid intereferes with my glucose control, I am gaining weight. So long as my glucose is reasonably normal my lipid profile is perfect.
Just wanted to tell peole that the common misconceptions are just that, misconceptions. When in doubt, ask your doctor.
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