I had the same thing happen- had the symptoms of hypothyroidism, but my numbers were normal (I did test positive for Hashimoto's thyroiditis). One endocrinologist said I was going into perimenopause...
Brookestone has a "chillipad" mattress pad- can regulate each side of the bed, too. Don't know how well it works, though....
They make something called a "chillow" which keeps your pillow cool. I'm not sure if they make a mattress version, but it might be something to look into. Also, waterbeds have thermostats- I knew...
I don't have a lot of dietary restrictions, but I would think that if you snack on the fruits and veggies that you can and have some grilled chicken ( 5 oz meat a day), and some "scrambled" egg...
We have 3 small dogs, and they had to stay out of the room. My doctor said to pretend that they are babies and follow that protocol. My doctor was pretty adamant about the 7 days. I guess it does...
I had RAI on July 25th. Like Denita, I took a pill, went home, and stay there for several days. My doctor told me that I needed to be by myself in there for 7 days- hubby crashed on the couch all...
If your antibodies are high, you might have Hashimoto's, and that causes hypo to hyper swings until it settles completely hypo before it completely shuts down the thyroid. At least, that's how my...
On the humorous side, here's what Jeff Foxworthy says about side effects: There are so many drugs out there. They advertise this prescription stuff, and I swear, nine times out of ten, the...
I was told by my first endo that I was perimenopausal and that my Hashimoto's may or may not ever fully develop. I went for a second opinion, and that endo actually (gasp!) did labs! I had all kinds...
Thanks for responding! I had to stay on the diet for 48 hours after taking the RAI pill. I went off the diet and started Synthroid the same day. It was a good day! I know what you mean about the...
If this is acute (ie caused by lifting the suitcase), and the sciatic pain is only down one leg, try this. Lay on the bed or floor on the opposite side as the painful leg with a pillow (or two) under...
I didn't see this in time, but I'm almost 2 months post-op from having my thyroid removed. I had to have radioactive iodine treatment for thyroid cancer ( I also had Hashimoto's, and I had a nodule.)...
I am so sorry this is happening to you. I have almost the exact same diagnosis as you have, except I can throw in L2/3. I received my diagnosis about 7 years ago. I was told that fusion was NOT an...
Supposedly, melatonin and Valerian work well together. I've also heard that 5-HTP can work well. In all cases, they probably work better if you take them continuously as opposed to just once in a...
Last Monday (July 25th), I had radioactive iodine therapy for thyroid cancer. (It was more of an insurance policy- my thyroid was removed in June, and my scan last Friday was clean. This was to clean...
In a perfect world, all of your doctors talk to each other. In the real world, I know that doesn't always happen. Just make sure that your PCP know every single med you take. No, make sure ALL of...
I just found a study that found sub-clinical changes after iodine contrast within 1 week (peaking Day 3), but nothing substantial. http://www.liebertonline.com/doi/abs/10.1089/1050725041517075 Keep...
My doctor told me today that I can't have a follow up (6 month) scan (I am finishing up a RAI treatment) after have a CT with contrast until 2 months after the CT. Instead, we're going to schedule my...
Have you had your Vitamin D levels checked? I had a LOT of joint and muscle pain due to Vit D levels being so low. YMMV....
SoSickAndTired, I've had those injections both with and without sedation. I'm all about the sedation, but some doctors just don't do that. (A neurosurgeon did the ones without sedation, and my PM dr...
FYI, where I live, if you have meds in a pill box instead of the original bottle in your purse, you can be arrested. I think it's ridiculous, but that's how it is in the US. No idea about pill...
Original bottles. In addition, look up the chemical name for the drugs (and the generic name and any brands used in the country or countries you are going to visit). I know it's a pain, but it's the...
I'm not sure there is a "max" dose or the "right" dose. The best dose is the dose for you as an individual. I am just starting the process of determining my optimum dose. The doctor started me on...
The nerves may not have been damaged, really. They got moved around, and they might be "cranky." I don't know if they consider it a "complication" as much as an effect of the procedure. I'd continue...
Famous? Or infamous? :-) My ears didn't ring, and my throat didn't really "hurt"- it often felt tired, as if I'd been talking all day. Now, I'm still technically recovering from surgery, and my...
Bruce, Wow! So much has changed since I wrote that post! Like I said, most of my symptoms were mild to annoying, but not bad. They're all listed above. It was just more of a gut feeling that...
I also had a total thyroidectomy. My surgeon is also an ENT, so he did double duty. Just remember- baby steps. They moved around a lot of stuff while they were in there, and it will take a while for...
For those of you have had RAI treatment for thyroid cancer... How long should I be on the low-iodine diet after the treatment? What should I expect post-treatment? Anything that my doctor may not...
Michelle, I'm only a week or two ahead of you on the recovery path (my surgery was 6/15). I know that hoarseness is usually temporary, but that it was take a couple of months for that to clear up....
Your story and mine are similar, except I am a little farther ahead in the story. While I was never diagnosed as hypothyroid, I was diagnosed with Hashimoto's last year. (I was also sent for a...
This is and isn't pain related, but it could be important for anyone who has to have an IV. Last week (6/15), I had surgery to have my thyroid removed. (Good thing- they did find a very small spot...
I don't know if I'll get the radioiodine or not. I go back to the endo on Wednesday. Sorry it took me so long to get back, but I had to go back to the hospital for a couple of days. I have a DVT...
This past Wednesday, I had surgery to remove my thyroid. Preliminary pathology report shows 2 small papillary cancers. I guess I made the right call. I was not a happy camper Wednesday afternoon....
Thanks for responding! I was actually diagnosed with Hashimoto's without hypothyroidism. My numbers were still considered within normal range. I am not taking any of the supplements now. That lasted...
My story is almost the opposite of yours. I thought I had started perimenopause, and, come to find out, I have Hashimoto's Thyroiditis. My endo tested my girlie hormones, and I'm not in perimenopause...
I would also go in at 6 months, sooner if things change. My original endocrinologist had planned on doing blood work at 6 months, and if all was ok, then a followup appt with her at 12 months. That...
Wow, I am so sorry things were so painful for you. My experience was totally different....
Denita, Thanks for getting back with me. My surgery is scheduled for June 15th. While my doctor offered "wait and see" as an option, it was not the recommendation (of the ENT or the endocrinologist,...
Thanks for responding. What is the process to get the thyroid regulated?...
I had a fine needle aspiration of a nodule in my thyroid a few weeks ago. Pathology came back "atypical" with Hurthle cells. Endocrinologist sent me to ENT surgeon for a consult. He offered three...
Thanks! I had my second opinion, and then I had a whole bunch of tests. I had a fine needle aspiration last week because of a 11.3mm cyst. I get those results tomorrow. My new endo seems open to...
Rhonda, I would think a endocrinologist would be the better choice, unless the cyst isn't actually on/in the thyroid. I would ask for more information. Also, I would post this as a new topic so more...
Thanks, Lizzy!...
Brooke, Sweet! Thanks!...
Tocra, Thanks for responding. That makes me feel less stressed about the whole thing. The waiting isn't helping, either. :-)...
Hi! Been a while. I'm tired today- woke up a dozen times last night. Toss, turn, back to sleep. Ick... I started Weight Watchers last week. First week, I lost nothing. Talk about a downer!!! Since I...
My new (awesome) endo did an ultrasound today of my thyroid. It is enlarged and, I guess, shows signs of early Hashimoto's damage. I also have a 11.3mm cyst on the left side. They're going to...
Woohoo!!!! This new Endo ROCKS!!! She listened to me, looked at my old labs, examined me, and then ordered a boat load of tests! 5 tubes of blood drawn, a really cool memory test taken (it tests for...
I was scheduled to see a new endocrinologist for a second opinion on the Hashimoto's diagnosis and treatment (non)plan. Today, the doctor's office called, canceling the appointment. She hasn't seen...
SIKbailey, thanks for the response! I'm going for a second opinion this Wednesday, so we'll see what happens!...