That's what I have. I have been struggling with weight gain since about 2003. I had my thyroid level checked then, but my doc said no, it's OK. Then I went in again this Monday, due to the weight gain, and a whole ton of other peri-menopausal symptoms. The new gyno doc (female) decides to check my thyroid again and lo and behold I do have a faulty thyroid, tho mildly. So I went on the Internet and checked it out and saw that many doctors don't treat it when it is in the sub clinical stage.. So I am guessing my other doc (male) didn't feel it was worth treating even tho I have been complaining of the same symptoms for 6 years now. Good to know I am not crazy.
So tomorrow I start on a low dose of meds to help out the situation and then need to re-check in 4 - 6 weeks. Hopefully, now I will actually see some results from all my exercising, among other things...!!!LOL
Thursday, April 2, 2009
subclinical hypothyroidism
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Hmmm, that's interesting. I'm so glad you got that figured out. Is being tired one of the symptoms? I've had my iron levels and thyroid checked, but have been told it's not either of those. Sounds like your new doctor is a keeper!
Welcome to my world. Mine was WAY up there so there was no doubt once they tested me. It took a year to get the medicine and the dose right. It is kind of a relief to know there is actually an issue and it can be treated and things will get better, dont ya think? I'm glad you found the right doctor. It makes all the difference.
Isn't it nice to have your symptoms validated.
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