just been tested for thyroid trouble, anyone else got this and what were your syptoms?

Answer 1

I have an underactive thyroid.
It is most common in people who are a little on the heavy side-
I am 14 years old and weigh 120 lbs though.

Hypothyroidism -- an underactive thyroid -- is by far the most common thyroid condition, and is more common in women, affecting as many as one in five women at some point in their lives.

I'm one of them.

Your signs of having a thyroid could be some of the following:

1. Excessive tiredness and lack of energy
2. Enlarged thyroid- it is just below your chin on your neck.
3. Hair may become brittle, dry, or falls out easily. I may also affect your skin with dryness.
4. Fatigue- waking up and feeling that 8-10 hours wasn't enough. You cannot last a whole day without taking a nap.
5. Gaining weight or losing weight when you eat normally.

Thank you for your time, and if it is left untreated- you could become obese, have depression problems, increased pains- and such.

Thank you!
Mairyalete

Answer 2

Are you hypothyroid or hyperthyroid? I'm hypothyroid. I had these symptoms; weight gain, difficulty losing weight, IBS with constipation, sensitivity to light, dry skin, dry thinng hair, thinning eyebrows, ridged finger nails with no moons, fatigue, and muscle and joint aches.

I started on Levoxyl with no relief from symptoms. Eventually I saw an endo who added Cytomel to the Levoxyl and it helped some. After 3 years, I wanted more and switched to Armour and almost every symptom except the finger nails went away. Armour is different than the Levoxyl, as it contains both T4 and T3. The dose is adjusted by free t4 and free t3, were Levoxyl or Synthroid is adjusted by TSH.

Here's a good thyroid website below. Learn as much as you can about your condition, as this will get you better care

Answer 3

I had a lump in my thyroid... afraid there were no other symptoms but half of thyroid had to be removed.. Apparently, if you have a lump in your thyroid.. the lump will move up and down as you swallow (that's how the doctor knew it was definately in my thyroid).

I now have regular blood tests to check thyroid function but am also told to look out for symptoms of underactive thyroid... lethargy, constipation, depression, weight gain... it is generally the body functions slowing down.

Answer 4

depends did they tell you if it was for hypo or hyper thyroidism? they are polar opposites. I think u can go to webmd to get the correct symptoms but i have had both in my life. at age 10 i had hyperthyroidism which was skin was dry and flaky hair was brittle. throat looked swollen. and was way skinny. and hypothyroidism hair falling out a bit alot of weight gain even though not eating more and throat was huge. its a simple thing to take care of too just a little blood test and a pill once a day for the rest of your life. hope this helps.

Answer 5

i have an underactive thyroid.. my syptoms were tiredness, swollen glands, hot flushes, a little facical hair! and carrying more wieght than normal. it wasn't nice but i was very soon tested as my mother also suffers from the same problem, and the treatment has worked really well

Answer 6

Thyroid disease is one of the most common health problems we face today. From a practical standpoint, there are many ways to approach this issue. Learn here https://tr.im/0Sr3m

Hypothyroidism, or underactive thyroid, is a very common problem, and there are many reasons for this, including drinking chlorinated and fluoridated water, and eating brominated flour.

Chlorine, fluoride, and bromine are all in the same family as iodine, and can displace iodine in your thyroid gland.

Secondly, many people simply aren't getting enough iodine in their diet to begin with. The amount you get from iodized salt is just barely enough to prevent you from getting a goiter.

Answer 7

I have thyroid problems, and I just had my thyroid removed due to thyroid cancer last year. My symptoms where cold hands feet and night sweats, hair falling out. However it really depends on if your hypo or hyper thyroid there are number of symptom for both.

Please vist the healthboards there is a wealth of information there.

http://www.healthboards.com/boards/forumdisplay.php?f=122&jump=Jump+to+Board

Answer 8

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Answer 9

Yes and nutrition is the total key. I know dozens that have recieved great results with great nutrition. The nutrition needs to be optimal, bio available, and balanced.

Answer 10

My work colleague has had some tests and is waiting for more, she's been tired and always feeling cold. Swollen neck too. Hope they make you better soon.