... with hypothyroidism. I know its not fatal but I've been feeling numb for the past 2 hours.
My Hubby is not a reflexologist, but I've been teaching him the reflexes when he rubs my feet after a long day. My thyroids have been hypersensitive for the past few months. With my anxiety I've been prone to hypochondria in the past so I didn't want to look up the symptoms.
After visiting the Dr last week to talk about fertility I mentioned having a blood test, and even though she was lovely, she tried to palm me off with going to the gym. I persisted, just to put my mind at ease, and I'm glad I did!
Its quite a strange feeling, being diagnosed. At first I was relieved, I'm always tired and I'm overweight and now there's a change of correcting that.
But then there's the sinking feeling of self pitty, and the realisation that your body is working as it should.
I've just been reading up on the condition. Seems like anxiety, depression, PMT, weight gain, lethargy, candida, thinning of the hair, irregular periods and infertility are all linked... and not all in my head.
I wanted to share this just as a rant and to put my thoughts in order.
Makes you think... if I didn't know reflexology, I would not have nagged for the blood test.
:rolleyes:
Hypothyroidism is a funny thing.. and so is most chronic illness, and most sufferers can suffer from a form of grief... but also relief if being unwell for a while..
Good luck x and hope that you feel the benefits soon
At least the medication for it is a substitute to top up the thyroid levels rather than being something that alters the way your body works, so hopefully there shouldn't be any side effects once your doctor and you find the right dose for you.
From what I've read, the 'official' medical take on underactive thyroid is that once you've got it, it's for life except in certain circumstances i.e. during pregnancy or in some rare cases where it just seems to go by itself. I think there's a link between it and stress/anxiety (and boy haven't we got enough of that going around at the minute with all the hype of the financial situation, job losses etc.). I like to look on the positive side of things though and say "if I didn't have it before, I don't have to have it now". I'm sure that there's some therepies and lifestyle choices out there that can help to reverse it. 😉
Keep us posted how you get on.
All Love and Reiki Hugs
Yes Catareta - you hit the nail on the head. I feel sadness yet joyful at the same time.
Very odd feeling.
Thank you Energylz for your kind post. I think it will be interesting if I share my experience with others.
Oh I could so do with a massive reiki hug right now.
Hi there
Please don't despair! It is actually relatively simple to sort out and it does answer the problem of being lableed a hypochondriac - because you are NOT! I've been there and getting it sorted has given me my life back.
You don't say why you are hypothyroid - is it autoimmune, the most common form? If it is then you should get your gut bacteria sorted. This is very important to stop things getting worse - that is developing other autoimmune roblems. It helps a lot to get your diet sorted as it is likely you have food intolerances too. PM me for further info.
There is lots of excellent info [DLMURL="www.thyroiduk.org.uk/tuk/pages/advisors/peatfield.html"]here[/DLMURL] - and his books are excellent. Took me two or three readings to understand all the info but well worth it so you can discuss thing properly with the Dr.
So, it's not the end of the world. May I suggest you find a symptom chart like [url]this one[/url] and do a check list which can be updated every 6 months to see how things progress.
There are also some supplements that can support thyroid function - a nutritional therapist is trained to help you sort out all the bits involved, or a homeopath can make a difference. It's certainly not the end of the world!
BIG :hug: HUGS!
Yes Catareta - you hit the nail on the head. I feel sadness yet joyful at the same time.
Very odd feeling.
That's the feeling of finally having some diagnosis and knowledge of what the issue(s) are. Once you know those, you can start to look for how you are going to deal with it.
Thank you Energylz for your kind post. I think it will be interesting if I share my experience with others.
Oh I could so do with a massive reiki hug right now.
Reiki Hug
😉
I'm beginning to wonder if I haven't been taking this condition seriously enough! I've been on thyroxine for over 14 years (currently taking 175mcg) and I never really thought of it as a chronic condition or an illness as such. In fact in the past I've forgotten to refill my prescription and gone for several weeks without taking my tablets (yes I did end up feeling rough). It seems that the world and his uncle is on thyroxine where I live, which is probably another reason why I don't take it too seriously.
I was shocked at the headline in a recent Sunday Paper about Gavin & Stacy actress Joanna Page saying she had a life-threatening illness where if she didn't take her medication she could fall into a coma & die and was amazed to discover she was talking about hypothyroidism - no-one ever told me that when I was diagnosed!
Welcome to the Thyroxine Club Urban_Hippy 🙂
WOW meurighj, your post gave me goose bumps. I've spent the day reading up on the condition. It is surprising that it does not seem like a major chronic illness, but if left untreated has fatal consequences. It is also linked to higher risks of heart disease.
Thank you for the welcome, shall we make badges? lol
You don't say why you are hypothyroid - is it autoimmune, the most common form? If it is then you should get your gut bacteria sorted. This is very important to stop things getting worse - that is developing other autoimmune roblems. It helps a lot to get your diet sorted as it is likely you have food intolerances too. PM me for further info.
Hello Caroline, I've spent most of my day reading your posts. Thank you so much for all the information you have provided on this forum.
I'm not sure of the cause, I was not told, but I'm guessing its autoimmune.
I know I have candida and I'm sensitive to hot milk and cheese.
I was so low when I first posted this morning. Everyone has been so kind and helpful - its really heart warming.
(((( reiki )))) hug back at ya Energylz.
Hello Caroline, I've spent most of my day reading your posts. Thank you so much for all the information you have provided on this forum.
Having struggled to find things out for myself, I know how frustrating it can be when one has virtually no information. I believe life is about sharing and not keeping things secret, so I'm more than happy to help, especially if it empowers people to find answers for themselves and take control of their own health!
I'm not sure of the cause, I was not told, but I'm guessing its autoimmune. I know I have candida and I'm sensitive to hot milk and cheese.
Ah - the dreaded Candida 🙁 - another cofactor of hypothyroidism, and not so easily dealt with. All sorts of suggestions available for this.
Food intolerance is also down the line from imbalanced gut bacteria. This is vital to get sorted (gut bacteria and gut healing) above all else - if your gut is inflamed and malfunctioning because it is being attacked by 'bad' bacteria and their toxins you'll never get the food intolerance and Candida sorted. You could start with [url]this product[/url] - not cheap, but very well researched and has made all the difference to me, and it addresses Candida at the same time.
You'd do well to get hold of Patrick Holford's [url]New Optimum Nutrition Bible [/url]to understand what's going on and how to deal with it - and a [url]Nutritional Therapist[/url] who will make the journey so much easier and quicker for you! His [url]Hidden Food Allergies [/url]on the same page would be useful too.
Wishing you all the best - Love and Light
Hi Urban Hippy. I'm glad you are feeling a bit better now:).
I was diagnosed with the opposite - Hyperthyroid - back in Dec last year and did my research and went to a homeopath for treatment. Not only has my thyroid stabalised (enough for the Consultant to be happy to leave me for 6 months) but it helped with my lymphoedema (lost 1.5 litres from my 'bad' leg) and my Cancer Consultant said how well I am looking! So, have a look at homeopathy and find yourself a good homeopath and have a consultation with her/him.
Good luck
Love and light
reikiangel
xxx
Thank you again Caroline - those books look good and I'm lucky to have a freind who is a nutritionist.
That is fantastic news reikiangel! You've done so well you must be pleased.
x
Overactivity of the thyroid (Hyperthyroidism) and underactivity of the thyroid(Hypothyroidism) have some of the same symptoms: fatigue, and inability to tolerate hot/cold, changes in skin.
The thyroid gland is the body's thermostat. It tells the rest of the body when to produce more heat or less. Thyroxine is secreted by the thyroid (a butterfly-shaped gland in the front of your neck), and affects several body functions, including the general rate of metabolism. The pituitary, located in the center of the skull, sends out TSH (thyroid-stimulating hormone), to tell the thyroid to speed up or slow down.
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