Anyone out there suffer from hypothyroidism?  I feel like death.?
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I hope your appointment went well and you got all the info you needed about the treatment. I was diagnosed in 2001, with both hypothyroidism, goiter and Hashimoto's thyroiditis, and have been taking thyroxine ( i think it's the same as Synthroid) 100mcg daily. I was overweight, tired, had hair loss, but now after all this time I feel pretty much normal. I started feeling better very soon after starting thyroxin therapy, I think it was within weeks. I have also been practicing yoga since 2002 and it has been such a great balancing aspect in my life, and  has helped a lot in dealing with the thyroid disease. Please do get in touch if you want to have a chat.
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Ok, I'm a little confused by your question, do you think you have hyperthyroidism or hypothyriodism?  You said hypothyriodism more times so  I'm gonna just assume you only mis-typed your question title.  I get the two confused all the time but hyperthyroidism means your thyroid makes too much thyroid hormone and hypothyroid means it makes not enough.\n\nThe answer to your question is yes, a young thin person can have hypothyroidism.  I should know, I was recently diagnosed and I am also young and thin.  \n\nThe pediatrition won't laugh at you, he or she will talk to you about your symptoms and if they think you might have a thyroid problem then they'll do a blood test.  If you do have it, they'll probably put you on medication.\n\nAs I understand it, hypothyroidism isn't that big of a deal, it's easily treatable with medication and the medication doesn't have any side effects or anything like that.\n\nIf your mom refuses to believe you and won't make you an appointment to test for hypothyroidism, tell her you want to see a doctor to figure out what's causing the chills and twitching.  \n\nHope that helps!
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I found a good article for you.\n\nDepression is more commonly associated with hypothyroidism with its fatigue, mental dullness and lethargy leading to depression which is often profound and severe enough that a physician may mistakenly treat the patient first for depression without testing for underlying hypothyroidism.\n\nIf you are on Synthroid for hypothyroidism (low TSH), then the medication should help with the depression as your TSH stabilizes.
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i 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!\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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yeah, I know the feeling...I am just experiencing one...cousin-sister passed away last weekend, I am about to loose my job, my kid was diagnosed with ADHD last week, my sex life sux and my best friend told me I was a b*i*t*c*h...now I got PMS...but you know what? there is always tomorrow...another day, another chance....hang in there...
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Hypo-Thyrodism is treatable with appropriate Homeopathic remedies.Please Add details as to what and how you feel due to this.I mean describe your sufferings in your own words what and how you feel what things make you feel better, what worse,Any special sensations which only you can describe the best because its you we are treating not your thyroid as we make you feel better your Thyroid disorder will also get well. \nHomeopathy treats the patient not the disease so what and how you feel is of the utmost importance in getting to the right remedies to treat and To Cure you 100%. it might sound tedious but it is not :-). once we find your remedy the relief is almost instantaneous and The cure gradual and safe from side effects or adverse effects ! \nTake Care and God Bless
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There are 2 basic types of thyroid problems which can be caused by a number of things.\nHypothyroidism means your do not produce enough of the hormone.  You may feel tired, cold (esp in hands and feet), weight gain.  Basically your body's systems slow down.\nHyperthyroidism means you produce too much hormone.  Your body's systems speed up. You may feel nervous, hot, sweat more, can't sleep.\n\nBoth can cause problems with hair growth.\n\nYour doctor can give you a relatively inexpensive blood test to check you thyroid hormones - there are several involved.\n\nBest wishes and I hope this helps.
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I have given several links below to read & perhaps you can read through & understand the different thyroid symptoms & problems.\nBut, before you get to the links, here 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!\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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yes, but it's reallllly tough!!\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!\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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Hi - I felt like this when I had gastric flu, ended up so dehydrated I had to go to hospital, think you need to see a doc. If there are no docs open, try a Pharmacy or even A&E. Hope you feel better soon xx
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Weight gain and depression --- oh, yes!  But it is better than being dead, so I keep trying.  KEEP talking to your doctor or ask his/her nurse.  Also, make sure you are getting your thyroid levels checked.  The problem with just going to a heart doctor is that you may have more than just heart problems.  You might also need to see an endocrinologist (they take care of thyroid and diabetes problems).  The best way to find good doctors is to ask a nurse for names---especially hospital nurses in your area.  Good luck!!
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please consult a doctor. about twice a week, in the am, i take 1 hydroxycut. that's it.\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!\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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Yes, I've recently been diagnosed within the past two years with Hashimoto's disease (hypothyroidism).  My symptoms were weight gain that would not come off, depression, crying for no reason...I felt like I was literally losing my mind!!  It was like my life was spinning out of control.  I thought it was clinical depression, so I went to my doctor and found that it was my thyroid.  I'm now on levoxyl and am feeling soooooooo much better!!
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Do you have a copy of your blood work? If you do, look at it and see if you were TSH, T-3 and T-4 levels were tested. These are tests used to determine how well your thyroid is functioning. The symptoms that you're describing remind me of how I first felt when I developed hypothyroidism. I doubt it is your blood sugar because people tend to lose weight, not gain weight, during the onset of diabetes. On top of feeling sluggish, poor thyroid function can make you depressed, anxious, physically and mentally exhausted, constipated, and can affect your mood in general. I didn't want to hang out with my friends, talk on the phone, go to work or school, or do anything that required any effort. Also caffeine and sugar had adverse effects on me. If you're experiencing any symptoms similar to these, and you TSH ( thyroid stimulating hormone ) wasn't already tested, I suggest ruling hypothyroidism out as a first step. Good luck, and remember, if diseases are caught early enough, more than likely they can be cured ( or at least treated ).
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as i mentioned in your other question, i do not know how to read this. but, here's some websites that can help you, and some information about me & the symptoms in general. i'm still working to find the right dosage of medication, and i've had it for 10 years! i got it after i had my 2nd child.\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!\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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Symptoms of Hypothyroidism:\nFatigue\nWeakness\nWeight gain or increased difficulty losing weight\nCoarse, dry hair \nDry, rough pale skin\nHair loss \nCold intolerance (can't tolerate the cold like those around you)\nMuscle cramps and frequent muscle aches\nConstipation\nDepression\nIrritability\nMemory loss\nAbnormal menstrual cycles\nDecreased libido\n\nSince hypothyroidism is caused by too little thyroid hormone secreted by the thyroid, the diagnosis of hypothyroidism is based almost exclusively upon measuring the amount of thyroid hormone in the blood.  http://www.endocrineweb.com/hypo2.html
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Try going to your doctor for a blood test. Ask questions, they work for you. That is my best advice to get tested for various things. Your thyroid could make you tired. It maybe as simple as stress or as complicated as lupus. Talk to a health professional for the best advice.