Hypothyroidism Support Group
Hypothyroidism is the disease state caused by insufficient production of thyrohormone by the thyroid gland. There are several distinct causes for chronic hypothyroidism, the most common being Hashimoto's thyroiditis and hypothyroidism following radioiodine therapy for hyperthyroidism. Advanced hypothyroidism may cause severe complications, the most serious one of which is...
Even though my levels are good I feel so tired and worn out by 5pm and by 9pm I'm to the point my arms and legs just don't wanna go. Is it because I'm 58 or do we ever feel normal again cause I'm beginning to doubt.
For many doctors, "good" means in-range......and does not necessarily correspond to how we feel.
Our levels need to be optimized for our individual situation. Optimal levels = no thyroid symptoms.
Feeling normal again is entirely possible no matter what our age.
I am 56 and feel awesome when my levels are optimal.
So sorry you are feeling this way. I hope your doctor is responsive.
I am on 105mg of Armour - odd, I know... A 90mg (1 1/2 grams + .25 grams/15mg). I am thinking if she boosted me to 110 or 115 mg I would be a great deal better....
I may call later... she can only say "no" - right? I will use Winter as my excuse.