I have hyperthyroidism and I am been treated with radioactive iodine. May I have normal sex live?  I'm concern about oral sex, because of fluids interchage....
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You should read the link provided below.  You are only "radioactive" for a short time after you take an iodine pill.  And, as always, you can ask your doctor or even the nuclear medicine technologist any questions you have.  There are no dumb questions.....\n\nWhat To Expect After Treatment \n\nA few days after treatment, the radioactive iodine will clear out of your body in your urine. Drinking plenty of fluids during this time will help your body get rid of the radioactivity. To avoid exposing other people to radioactivity, it is important to take the following precautions for the first 5 days after your treatment:\n\nAvoid spending a lot of time around others, especially children and pregnant women. \nDo not sit next to someone in a motor vehicle for more than 1 hour. \nAvoid kissing or sexual intercourse. \nSleep alone in a separate room. \nUse separate towels, washcloths, and sheets. Wash these and your personal clothing separately for 1 week. \nTo further reduce the chance of exposing other people to radioactivity:\n\nWash your hands with soap and lots of water each time you use the toilet. \nKeep the toilet very clean. Men should urinate sitting down to avoid splashing. Also, flush the toilet two or three times after each use. \nRinse the bathroom sink and tub thoroughly after you use them. \nUse separate (or disposable) eating utensils for the first few days, and wash them separately.  http://www.webmd.com/hw/thyroid_disorders/hw148148.asp
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Some people just have lower libidos than others, I guess there could be something wrong with you medically speaking but you seem normal enough to me!  Has it always been unenjoyable or is this something that's more of a recent problem?  \n\np.s.   TAKE CARE OF YOUR WILD-THING, and don't let those ugly old men sneak up and slip you the tongue.
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yes, you sure can.  but you will have to monitor your genitals for the rest of your life.  otherwise than that you are fine.  just make sure to use protection and when you do get married let the person know ahead of time to reduce any complications in the future.  dont worry.  you wont die.  though i must tell you, there is a higher rate of cancer amongst people with hpv, however, just like i said, if you read up on the symptoms to look for in case of outbreaks then you will live a healthy normal life.
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you may have some issues about your body and feeling normal or your sex education experiences may have frightened you. you are not alone with this problem but yes you must talk to your psychiatrist. if you hold stuff back the treatment won't work. this suggests your problem is one of trust and you can be helped. you write very explicitly about sex but the reality may not live up to the fantasy.
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my belief is that you are at the low end of the normal range.  you should benefit from testosterone replacement.\nthis problem can hit anyone. don't think you've done anything wrong.  \ni have had to go on testosterone replacement three times during my 40 years of being sexually active.  it does work!
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I've got some extra you can have!!!!!  Seriously though, I think you have to stock up on pasta, rice, potato type meals, eat plenty of it.  If you aren't vegetarian, eat plenty of meat especially chicken.  Have you seen a nutrisionalist?  Maybe discuss that with your GP, if it's a problem for you, then it is a problem worth sharing and trying to get help resolving.  Do you have any other health troubles, have you had your thyroid checked out? If it's overactive you could be burning it all off too quickly, look it up! (try and cut down the fags - they're not good for you!!! - I should take my own advice lol)  Good luck
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Go and have a check up pronto!\nA blood test should be made to determine any strange stats.\nIn my case some 7 years ago, it was depression and low energy that drove me to the doctor where we found my hypothyroid hashimoto disease.\nTell the doctor everything about your normal day-to-day life, like what you eat, how much water you drink, you long you work and how long you sleep and how much you exercise.\nGood luck and do go to the doctor!
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Maby the blood id not flowing right. I know I have the same kind of things I my blood system isn't flowing right because I don't exercise and it slows down. Not prof. reason but I'm pretty sure that's right. Or a wild guess out there my it's thyroid. Probably not but hey anythings possible.
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From what I know, it isn't. I am 27 and I have recently been diagnosed with it. I knew something was wrong because every morning I couldn't get out of bed and every muscle in my body ached like I was in an accident. I was tired all the time and I felt like I was getting lazier by the day. I was moody, low sex drive, burnt out. I could hardly take care of my patients at work because my body was sluggish and achy.  Hypo- means low. That just means that the pituitary needs a boost. It is one of the most important organs you have. Medication is the first step in treatment. Every four weeks or so, your doctor draws blood to see how your levels are and they adjust the meds accordingly. I haven't had any negative side effects of the meds. I have been on it for a little over a month. It can potentially be a lifelong thing but it is important to keep up with the meds and appointments to check everything. Hope this helps!
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Acupuncture can help treat your hyperthyroidism.  You may also want to purchase a diode chain to wear around your neck.  There is a master acupuncturist in Newton, MA named Kiiko Matsumoto, and you can buy the chain from her website.  You would wear the chain as a necklace.  You can also call her clinic and send email to get more information.  I posted the link to the website where you can find info on the diode chain.  Any acupuncturist in your area should be able to help you, but the diode chain would be an added bonus.  Hope this helps!\n\n\n\n\nFirst off let me say that there is no single cure for hyperthyroidism in traditional or western medicine.  They can both treat the condition, however if cruellaramzee wanted to take prescription medications then the question wouldn't be posted in the "Alternative Medicine" section.  Now, prescription drugs have at best a 200 year history, whereas acupuncture has been refined for over 2000 years.  All prescription drugs are metabolized by the liver, and the damaging effects of these drugs on the body are not yet fully understood.  Here is some reference information for those who have "read no evidence" that acupuncture will help.  It's too bad so many people are closed minded to the effectiveness of acupuncture.   \n\nZhang Y, Wang X. Treatment of 51 cases of hyperthyroidism by puncturing effective points. J Tradit Chin Med 1994 Sep;14(3):167-70.\n\nThis was taken from the National Institutes of Health National Library of Medicine website.\n\nhttp://www.nlm.nih.gov/archive/20040823/pubs/cbm/acupuncture.html
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I think you should ask your doctor about poly cystic ovarian disease and if he will check your thyroid.  Good Luck.
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I don't see why not. If he has had no problems during sex before he was diagnosed then all should be fine.
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go see an endocrinologist.\nArmour thyroid is a POOR form of replacement , and you can become sensitized to it. In addition to that TSH goal now is about 2.0. You are underreplaced and on the wrong product. Get on levothyroxine and the doctor will adjust dose to TSH 2.0, you really should not do the supplements!
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I would see another Doctor. Synthroid is a common treatment for thyroid conditions, however without further details, Its impossible to say. \n\nAlso have a look at this information:\n\nhttp://search.yahoo.com/search?_adv_prop=web&x=op&ei=UTF-8&fr=fp-top&fr2=op&va=natural+thyroid&va_vt=any&vp_vt=any&vo_vt=any&ve_vt=any&vd=all&vst=0&vf=all&vm=i&fl=0&n=10
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Hi Ryan \n\nHopefully it isnt this.\n\nHyperthyroidism\n\nCause\nAbnormal immune response is believed be a possible cause of hypothyroidism. The exact cause is not known, but certain antibodies from the immune system will launch an assault on the thyroid, disturbing hormone production. Lumps or tumors that form on the thyroid also disrupt hormone production. Temporary hyperthyroidism can be caused by infection or inflammation, and certain prescription drugs. \n\nHyperthyroidism is less common than Hypothyroidism, yet for both diseases, women appear to be more susceptible than men. Be aware that a malfunctioning thyroid may be the cause of recurring illnesses. \n\nSymptoms\nSymptoms of hyperthyroidism include rapid heartbeat, enlarged thyroid (goiter), moist skin, trembling or tremors, erratic pulse pressure levels (too high or too low), fatigue, anxiety, weight loss, bulging eyes, excessive sweating, increased appetite, low tolerance to heat, diarrhea, chest pain, and gastrointestinal disorders. In older people with hyperthyroidism, however, the opposite of the above symptoms can occur. Overall, hyperthyroidism is much rare than hypothyroidism (under active thyroid function). \n\nHyperthyroidism may be associated with and often is called Graves' disease, a condition characterized by an enlarged thyroid, bulging eyes bulge, rash and swelling in front of the lower leg. \n\nCan be fixed though.\n\nBest of health to you
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Hypothyroid is NOT the way to go!! I would say anything but that! Have you consulted your physician with all the alternatives, as well as the pros & cons of each?\nI have given several links below to read & perhaps you can read through & understand the different thyroid symptoms & problems.\nHere is some information about myself, plus some symptoms in case anyone coming upon your question may be interested:\nI have low thyroid. If you have low thyroid...here's a great question to answer: Can you see the floor of your house? That was what was asked of me at one point, and to my amazement, the answer was no! I would give just about anything up to not have thyroid problems! It sucks, and the time I skip a day or two, I really get knocked out!\nAnyway, the signs are:fatigue and lack of energy. Women suffering from underactive thyroid experience heavier menstrual periods. Sluggishness and forgetfulness are symptoms of underactive thyroid problem. Other symptoms of this thyroid disorder are dry skin and hair and constipation.\nIf you have high thyroid, or an overactive one, the signs are: increased body metabolism. This is followed by weight loss and excessive warmth and sweating. Persons suffering from overactive thyroid experience trembling hands, irritability and rapid heartbeat or palpitations. Women with overactive thyroid or hyperthyroidism may experience shorter or lighter menstrual periods.\nI take medication, and sadly will have to take 1 pill everyday for the rest of my life. There's a blood check that they will do to see if you have low or high. I hope i've helped you!!
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i see what yu mean. but..... i  don't know if you had the same volves. as me , but mine said in  sickness and in health.. just as it says  in  sickness and in    health...  honey, i know it's hard, but   we have to  endure. my husband  has not given me sex   for 20 years because  of a medical  problem. some times i question   that medical  problem but  i   have to live with it. i masterbate to  fulfill. you may have to  too.  it get old. you can only imagine so much.  i  wish  somehow we could met and satisfy each   other. good luck  humming.....you   want   to get in  touch  with me, my email :tootalljones@yahoo.com we can have im sex want to. im is the   same .yahoo IM down load it.