Graves' Disease (hyperthyroidism) ??

[buffettgirl]

I'm finding this discussion interesting, because my MIL may have a thyroid problem. She has had an ultrasound and an iodine uptake, but the nurse that I spoke to at her GP's office really couldn't tell me much about the test results. She goes to see a specialist right before Christmas. MIL is 89 years old and moved out of a big 3 story house into an independent living facility in July. She's been feeling very tired and we just assumed it was her age, but maybe it is something else. I hope she doesn't need radiation, because, as some of you say, it may freak her out.

 

[workout junkie]

Thanks for sharing, Mic.

Did you ever try the hyperthyroid drugs to see how they worked before you got your thyroid radiated? It seems like a lot of people end up getting it radiated and I'm wondering if it's because the hyperthyroid drugs didn't work for them. And as I mentioned, the hyperthyroid drugs have some nasty side effects - liver damage, etc. Also, one of the symptoms of hyperthyroidism is hair loss, but one of the side effects of the drug is hair loss too. My poor husband!

It sounds like most of those who are on synthroid don't experience many side effects. The main concern is just keeping your levels balanced.

Anyhow, I'm glad I asked this question on this forum. I got more answers than expected and the answers were more positive than negative. Thanks!

 

[Becki0214]

Thanks for sharing, Mic.

Did you ever try the hyperthyroid drugs to see how they worked before you got your thyroid radiated? It seems like a lot of people end up getting it radiated and I'm wondering if it's because the hyperthyroid drugs didn't work for them. And as I mentioned, the hyperthyroid drugs have some nasty side effects - liver damage, etc. Also, one of the symptoms of hyperthyroidism is hair loss, but one of the side effects of the drug is hair loss too. My poor husband!

It sounds like most of those who are on synthroid don't experience many side effects. The main concern is just keeping your levels balanced.

Anyhow, I'm glad I asked this question on this forum. I got more answers than expected and the answers were more positive than negative. Thanks!

I have graves disease and it's scary! I went do RAI the side effects are to much for me. option 1 is antithyroid pills which you have to go on to get your levels down enough for option 2 surgery. That's what I'm hoping for. I have a fast pulse end tremors I'm very weak and easily go of the handle! But, with this medicine the side effects suck too. bottom line your life changes with graves disease. Its very hard for people to understand what your going through. I am starting tapazole on Sunday God speed!

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[dm22]

Hi. I was hyper with Grave's disease. My doctor said that the anti-thyroid pills were not sustainable long-term and so I had radiation. I started on Synthroid/Cytomel, then NatureThroid, and am now on Armour. I've gained 15 pounds since this all began and can't lose any of it to save my life. I eat 1200 calories a day; I do a Cathe workout 6 days a week.....nothing. It's an incredibly frustrating journey but not an impossible one. I wish you and your husband luck. The most important thing you can do is to find a great endocrinologist.

And if anyone has any suggestions as to how to lose weight when you have no thyroid - or are hypo - let me know!

 

[Becki0214]

I know this may not be the best forum to post this, but I was just wondering if anyone here is familiar with this disease. My husband was recently diagnosed with it. We've done quite a bit of research on the internet, but I was hoping maybe someone here can provide me with any information.

Thanks,
Melissa

I am on tapazole 2.5 mg a day and they are showing you can stay on a low dose for an extended period of time. Also Europe doesn't do rai they use tapazole or surgery

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