Graves' Disease Support Group
Graves-Basedow disease is a medical disorder that may manifest several different conditions including hyperthyroidism (over activity of thyroid hormone production), infiltrative exophthalmos (protruberance of one or both eyes and associated problems) and infiltrative dermopathy (a skin condition usually of the lower extremities). This disorder is the most common cause of...
I have nodules on both lobes of my thyroid, and am being referred to an Endocrinologist as we speak. Since I had the uptake scan, I have experienced alot of coughing after I eat or drink anything, and lots oh phlem accumulation. Sometimes I cough so much, my chest and tummy begin to hurt. Is this a side effect of the thyroid issues? Any and all information is appreciated in advance.
Mari
Mari
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I have been here before, a long long time ago and now I am back.Forgive me for not just saying what I want to say,even under a triple dose of antidepressants it is still raw and seeping and I am hesitant at revealing it as at least under the bandages around my heart I don,t have to look at how raw and wounded.My child was cleaved from my heart by his own actions. my child of ten,turning eleven...
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theatre and I are there already. I'm having a very berry tea with crackers, cheese and cherry tomatoes and she's having a joint with some beer and we're both on really comfy recliners on thick pile carpet. we need some help with the decor if anyone is around??
I never had this happen, but anything is possible. I do know that after the uptake exam I had huge flare-up of thyroid symptoms. I later read that the radioactive iodine releases the thyroid hormones into your body (something like that, it's been a year...), causing an increase in symptoms. It takes several months for your body to get rid of the extra hormones. None of which was told to me before taking the radioactive pill. I hope it clears up for you soon!
Erica