About 5 years ago a cyst was found on my left thyroid. They said it was fine until last year when I had a ultrasound and they found that the cyst had become larger and more dense. Since then I have had a fine needle biopsy, some sort of radioactive test, and more ultrasounds. They also have been testing my blood to see if the cyst was effecting other things in my body. They results came out that while I shouldn't have that cyst on my thyroid, it is most likely not cancerous. Also, the blood work came back negative. I really feel like my hormones are being effected even though the doctors seem to say they aren't. I have been getting night sweats where I will wake up completely drenched, even my sheets. I have gained 20 pounds in the last year and I workout every day. I stopped getting my period for 6 months and then I got on birth control and it didn't stop for a month. The lastest symptom is that I have this strange taste in my mouth. What's the deal? Is it my thyroid?
2006-11-09 11:32:25 · 3 answers · asked by teachershoke 1 in Health ➔ Women's Health
You have to see a specialist called Endocrinologist. It sounds like you have underactive thyroid glands, causing you to gain wait. Prescription medication easily can help that problem. I've had my glands removed years ago and I'm still kicking.
2006-11-09 11:55:05 · answer #1 · answered by aum 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had been suffering from hot flushes, headaches, palpitations, nausea, weight gain 3kgs-7lbs in one mth, anaemia, heavy painful legs, total lack of energy, depression, etc, etc, etc, my Dr's advice was to go on antidepressants.
After moaning to an acquaintance that if this is life after 50 then I dont want it, she advised me to cut out all yeast from my diet and sugar as well, the only sugar I eat is what is in fruit and veg (fresh). All symptoms disappeared in 48 hrs and I lost 5kgs in 5wks have never felt better. Will eat like this from now on, the only change to my diet has been avoiding yeast and sugar.
2006-11-09 12:34:33 · answer #2 · answered by whoknows 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The blood tests will determine your hormone levels. If you have done the blood tests, then trust your doctor. Your other symptoms could be psychosomatic caused by anxiety or depression. You should see a psychiatrist for an evaluation.
2006-11-09 12:31:47 · answer #3 · answered by Gypsy Girl 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋