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...
I found out I had a thyroid problem about a year ago when my mom discovered that she had hypothyroidism. Right now I'm on the Armour Thyroid which I don't really notice a difference. Before the diagnosis I didn't notice anything wrong with me. I thought I was normal. I know that some of the symptoms of a thyroid problem is being tired a lot, weight gain, etc. I wasn't ever tired but my sister sure was. She slept on the way to school and on the ride back home. I notice that when my prescription runs out, for the first couple of days off it I notice that I can hardly keep myself awake during school. I have a hunch that this is caused by not taking my medicine but it could also have to do with the fact that I stay up late finishing my homework.
So is a thyroid problem hypothyroidism? Or is hypothyroidism a very bad thyroid problem?
So is a thyroid problem hypothyroidism? Or is hypothyroidism a very bad thyroid problem?
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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??
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I'm trying to exercise daily. I was doing fairly well until I sprained my ankle 2 weeks ago but now I'm getting back on the horse. Today I walked over a mile with my arm weights that are about 22lbs total. I was out of shape and it was hard on my arms. I also did my 30 situps. I'm also going to drink a lot of water and try to eat healthy. I do tend to have a sweet tooth but I'm cutting...
And if you always get your sickest when you dont take your medicine your thyroid is underactive and that is why your sick..hypo...
I am on armour thyroid to and I like it better than the others so far even though I am still not right...but everyones body is different...I never had a problem with weight gain...I have always been skinny so go by how you feel and not worry so much about every possibility there is or you will drive yourself crazy.
There are many symptons and not everyone has every one. Although I personally think tiredness is more common.
I was confirmed with Hashimoto's disease years ago although I am sure I was suffering from it since my college years. Recently, my Mom's doctor put her on synthroid. My older sister hasn't needed it.
Synthroid definitely gives you a little boost, just make sure its not too much of a dosage. You don't want to develop other problems.
Anyway, that's my family's story so far. Hope it helps you put things in perspective.