I have had hypothyroidism since i was 13
(I am currently 23). At the time i was
diagnosed I was extremely lethargic,
depressed and sleeping all the time. I
also had very dry skin and just looked
sick. When I began taking my medicine and
following up with my doctor, things were
getting better. For the last 12 months
however, I have noticed these symptoms
again, only worse. I take my medicine
every day without fail 1 to 2 hours before
i eat and continue to see my doctor. She
says everythings fine and can't seem to
find anything wrong, but my I still feel
extremely lethargic and sick, not to
mention that my skin is very very dry
again. I am a healthy 23 year old female.
I eat right and exercise, and all my
blood tests apparently check out so I
cannot find any reason for the way i feel
everyday. I am going to see an
endocronologist as soon as I can, but in
the meantime, does anyone have any advise?
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MandMs
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Joined: 26 Jan 2007 Posts: 1873 Location: Strumica, Macedonia
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Posted: 09-05-07 04:06am
Hi!
Having a good blood test with normal range
of thyroid hormone doesn't mean that
you'll feel fine. The normal range is wide
and even if your hormone levels
are"normal", it may not be the normal
level for you. You're probably having
difficulties with your medicine. You
should contact endocrinologist who will
consider your therapy.Although treatment
of hypothyroidism can be quite easy, some
patients may have difficult time finding
the right type and amount of replacement
thyroid hormone. There are different
dosages and types of medications used to
treated hypothyroidism. You should be
aware that the dosage is re-evaluated at
least annually.
Please, write about the appointment!
All best to you!
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danielv
Experienced User , Rather EHEALTHy
Joined: 03 Jul 2003 Posts: 68 Location: South East, Macedonia
Posted: 09-05-07 05:01am
It sounds like you might be experiencing
symptoms of under-replacement of the
levothyroxine hormone (which means that
you may not be getting the proper amount
for your body).
I have heard, so please don't quote me on
this one, that it may be possible to over
time acquire a tolerance to hormone
replacement drugs such as synthroid. If
that is the case, it would make sense that
the amount that your body needs to receive
the full benefit from it's use may
increase. From what I understand, your
doctor may change either your dosage or
the brand of the medication.
Consult with your doctor and bring up
these questions.
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