Lean And Clean For Life discussion

Does anyone here suffer from Thyroidism? How do you control or cure it? Please share your experiences.

What is Thyroidism exactly?

I had Hypothyroidism which means I have low thyroid, I take medicine for it but I feel like it still doesn't do much. When I first got diagnose I was losing my hair and I thought it was because I dyed it too much but it turned out it was because my thyroid levels were low.

I have hyperthyroidism which is the opposite . Extreme weight loss. It is very difficult to regulate . It is vital to have levels checked .

my son has that. He is very thin and always cold. He struggles and has to keep an eye on his levels too. Do they tell you any health tips to keep you healthy?

Supplements high in calories and nutrients . Strength training is very important because of the loss of muscle . I am in the process of seeing a nutritionist and trainer . I am still underweight . But hyper can turn to hypo . It is a very frustrating illness. So many people who are diagnosed with depression are not depressed . ( feeling low, and depressed is another symptom of hypo . In hyper I found myself very irritable (which is out of character for me . I knew something was not right . Plus I was actually eating more than ever . But the weight kept getting to a dangerous level. It also does havoc on sleep . Hyper totally messes with sleep cycle . And sleep is important . More woman than men are diagnosed with thyroid illness . Most woman experience it after giving birth . This was not is my case . I also read that a genetic component is seen in most. My grandmother suffered from hyper . As have many of my aunts on my paternal side . Most have had the thyroid removed totally or partial .

It is complicated for sure. My daughter and sister have hypo and my son has hyper. So I get tested because my levels are a little high, but not high enough to medicate they said. So we shall see.

Yesenia wrote: "I had Hypothyroidism which means I have low thyroid, I take medicine for it but I feel like it still doesn't do much. When I first got diagnose I was losing my hair and I thought it was because I d..."

I did not know about the hair loss. Being medicated has fixed that?

Yes a common medication is snythroid or levothyroxine.

Check with your Doctor to see what kind of blood test he or she is ordering . Some do not check the tsh levels . And it could result in a negative result.

Helene wrote: "Check with your Doctor to see what kind of blood test he or she is ordering . Some do not check the tsh levels . And it could result in a negative result."

I will ask. I do not know what type he has requested.

Helen's right about the tests..

Vicki wrote: "Yesenia wrote: "I had Hypothyroidism which means I have low thyroid, I take medicine for it but I feel like it still doesn't do much. When I first got diagnose I was losing my hair and I thought it..."

It helped a little but I still see my hair thinning as well

Midhat wrote: "Helen's right about the tests.."

Do you have hypo or hyper Midhat?

Vicki, actually I have none.. I was just confirming that it is important to know the exact cause of hyper or hypo which can only be determined by getting the tests done. I have just read about it in the medical books. Knowledge about the type of test that the doc has advised is important here like Helene pointed out.

Midhat wrote: "Vicki, actually I have none.. I was just confirming that it is important to know the exact cause of hyper or hypo which can only be determined by getting the tests done. I have just read about it i..."

Oh , you sure are right!
:) I appreciate that!

I have Hoshimotothyroiditis. It's an autoimmune condition. My thyroid goes up and down(meaning hormones produced by). It's usually too low. I get tested every 6 months. It's impossible to fine tune this. I've had it since 1992. An endocrinologist is the best person to see when initially diagnosed. I take Synthroid. The name brand. The generic does not work correctly. Yes I pay more money for this. After going back and fourth with my insurance company and not believing they would give me what I need at a lower price IF and only IF I got it through them I suck it up. One you start taking Synthroid you can not stop. My particular thyroid problem also causes hair loss, stiff joints, fatigue to name a few. It's not my only autoimmune disease. It was the second one diagnosed after Multiple Sclerosis. If you have an actual thyroid issue you must seek medical attention. I've never heard of any working and healthy alternatives.

Diane Lynch wrote: "I have Hoshimotothyroiditis. It's an autoimmune condition. My thyroid goes up and down(meaning hormones produced by). It's usually too low. I get tested every 6 months. It's impossible to fine tune..."

That is a lot to bare. I also suffer from a couple auto amune disorders. They are so frustrating to keep under control.