At the end of last year i was in hospital for an operation, this was a thyroid op, the risk was losing my voice my main concern, as im under 21. this is was fine tho i had great support from family and more importantly my amazing close friends, i cant thank them enough.
However before the operation i was told by the gp i was suffering from depression, which they offered me tablets, i refused as i dont believe i was that bad and dont believe in taking tablets, so much so i went through op with no pain killers after it! im not proud of this its just personal choice.
Recently i have been low but i dnt think im depressed i have lost my appetite, not sleeping to great and have lost all my energy. this was similar to before operation.
does anyone have any ideas what could be wrong or how i can help myself, i really want to get me back and this isnt me.
also due to the operation i av scar on front of neck and throat this has effected me wi confidence.
any ideas please honest answers!
2007-03-20 23:25:05 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Other - Health
the symptoms you describe are very characteristic of an under active thyroid..did you have your whole thyroid removed or partial??im not sure if you are taking these but...maybe the symptoms are back because the dosage of your hormone replacement drugs need to be adjusted..
2007-03-20 23:33:46 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
your doctor should know that problems with the thyroid means problems with mood, lethargy etc. You do not say exactly what the thyroid op was but you should have been told about andy effects which might occur as a result of it. Can i suggest you join a gym and start to go for an hour 3to4times week. This should give you the lift you seem to need due to the endophins you will produce during exercise. It should also help with yout sleep if you go in the early evening.
2007-03-20 23:31:55 · answer #2 · answered by D B 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I had a thyroidectomy (thyroid removal) a little over 3+ years ago. The scar on your neck will fade, give it about 6 months.
If you are suffering from hypothyroidism (thyroid not putting out enough hormones), depression and lack of energy and appetite are a few of the symptoms. If this is the case you can take either synthetic hormones or natural (from a pig) to compensate for your thyroid not producing enough. Synthroid is the most well known brand of synthetic thyroid hormones. Armour is the natural one made from pigs thyroid.
If the tablets you were offered were thyroid hormones, you will need to take them.
2007-03-21 01:44:25 · answer #3 · answered by no_frills 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Wear your scar with pride! You are a living breathing person, who bears the marks of experience. It will fade, the redness will disappear but it will always be there, you can get scar reduction patches from the chemist which you can wear (takes a few months) which can help smooth the skin. As for the rest of your symptoms, I guess they are keeping a close eye on your thyroid hormone levels. Sometimes the thought you may be depressed makes you over think the situation, you become focused on that, not your usual routines (lets face it we'd all be depressed if we thought about it - I think thats partly why society focuses us on work etc. keeps our minds occupied) There are 'natural' alternatives to anti-depressants, but the best ones I know take a little time to work, a good fresh diet, smelling the flowers, long vigourous walks in the beautiful open countryside, smiling at people, cooing at small children. Its not easy, you may have to force yourself to get up and out, wrap up warm and face the day. Sounds like you've got great friends and family - lucky you, they'll be there. And you can always talk to your doctor if things don't improve, there is no shame in taking pills and they work for lots of people, remember it takes a strong and brave person to ask for help.
Thinking of you.
2007-03-20 23:58:50 · answer #4 · answered by Em 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Ok honey, as far as the thyroid, it could be a big factor in your moods. You probably want to have that checked again. And for the scar, that totally depends on you honey. I have a huge scar from my left ear straight down to the collar bone, but it doesn't bother me at all. I really believe that how you see yourself affects your confidence. Sweetheart, you are the same beautiful woman you were before your surgery and that scar didn't change any of that. I realize you are young and appearance means a lot, but if that scar changes the way other people see you, then you don't need them in your life anyway. It's so important for each of us to find ourselves and accept who we are. It can change your attitude towards the rest of your life. Try to concentrate on your positive features on the inside as well as the out and maybe that will help you to feel better about your scar. I hope this helps you in some small way. Good luck darlin.
2007-03-20 23:54:53 · answer #5 · answered by Pixie 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland that sits low on the front of the neck. Your thyroid lies below your Adam’s apple, along the front of the windpipe. The thyroid has two side lobes, connected by a bridge (isthmus) in the middle. When the thyroid is its normal size, you’re unlikely to be able to feel it.
All types of hyperthyroidism are due to overproduction of thyroid hormones, but the condition can develop in several ways.
Thyroid hormone production can be suppressed or halted completely in these ways: https://tr.im/qD8qW
2015-01-29 01:42:08 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It sounds like depression to me. Once you get the depression under control you will feel better about yourself and you will be better able to deal with the effects of surgery. Your doctor would probably start you with a mild dose of an antidepressant. And with help from your doctor you go from there as far as the meds go. This doesn't necessarily mean you'd have to be on them forever. Consider the meds as a little crutch just like if you broke yor foot you'd need a crutch same thing when you have depression or anythiong like that.
good luck. You CAN feel better.
2007-03-21 00:03:05 · answer #7 · answered by Proud Nana 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am NOT an expert in this area. But I would say try to look at ALL things in a positive way. One example, if you wake up in the morning well it is already a GREAT day! Do you have a scar on the front of your neck? YES, BUT you can talk. So for EVERY SINGLE negative there IS a POSITIVE. Good luck and God bless you.
2007-03-20 23:40:27 · answer #8 · answered by GRUMPY 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like you are a bit depressed. dont know that much about thryoid problems but I felt a bit like you and I was given a thryoid function blood test. Perhaps you should go back to your GP and check out if its anything to do with your thyroid.
2007-03-20 23:30:55 · answer #9 · answered by Sugarlump 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Good for you on refusing the meds, that was a good choice. My suggest to help lift you from your lowness is to eat real healthy food (no fast food, no junk food) go for walks outside, spend times with friends and family that support you, and make time for doing hobbies you enjoy, whatever those be. Positive thinking goes a long, long long way too
2007-03-21 00:30:40 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋