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...
Now I get it!!!
I couldn't understand why I was feeling more energetic and "smarter" within the first week of taking the medication - it seemed too soon.... But I also realized that I was still not really "normal" and was scared that "this" would be as good as it gets... (which is still better than it was, but not really all that great).
But now, thanks to the insights of a few terrific people on this site, I understand that the meds really haven't kicked in yet. What probably happened is that I (1) started eating more iron and (2) cut down on sugar in my diet.
Oh boy oh boy - cannot WAIT until the medication finally starts having an impact! NOTHING is going to stop me....
YAY!
Thank you, everyone, for being such a supportive resource.
I couldn't understand why I was feeling more energetic and "smarter" within the first week of taking the medication - it seemed too soon.... But I also realized that I was still not really "normal" and was scared that "this" would be as good as it gets... (which is still better than it was, but not really all that great).
But now, thanks to the insights of a few terrific people on this site, I understand that the meds really haven't kicked in yet. What probably happened is that I (1) started eating more iron and (2) cut down on sugar in my diet.
Oh boy oh boy - cannot WAIT until the medication finally starts having an impact! NOTHING is going to stop me....
YAY!
Thank you, everyone, for being such a supportive resource.
As someone who made it to the "other side" (optimal levels) back in June 2011, I can tell you that it's w-o-n-d-e-r-f-u-l.
Now, our job isn't done once our levels optimize....we have to work to maintain those optimal levels (just as diabetics have to do).
This translates into the continuation of regular labs (I go every 4-6 wks. and thankfully, my doctor recognizes the need for this based upon my history)....and getting appropriate (VERY small) dose adjustments.
By doing this, I'm often able to prevent the development of thyroid symptoms. If I *do* develop any symptoms, they are often mild and don't last all that long.
After all, I'm just topping off some of the holes in my sponge :)
Best wishes as you journey forward with your treatment.
Oh, I have a suggestion that I often share with new members - here it is:
http://www.dailystrength.org/c/Hypothyroidism/forum/14455047-journal-success
Mwah!
Had it not been for this forum (and in large part CD) I'd still be sitting around groaning about my thyroid and feeling helpless! not anymore.