I've been told for a few years that I should get my thyroid checked, but I just kept putting it off. Well, yesterday, a spiritual healer (yes, I believe in energy healing) told me, quite seriously, that I should have my thyroid checked. He said that it isn't functioning properly and looks "pimply". He said that this isn't something I should try to heal through holistic or naturopathic methods and recommended a medical professional, but he did say he didn't think it was cancer.
With that said, I started my research on diseases of the thyroid and plan on setting an appointment with my doctor (I might even call today and leave a message just so I don't have to worry about calling from work).
What spurred the healer to tell me this was that I asked him, "Why can't I lose weight?" I feel like I've tried everything and no matter what I do, the weight will not come off. If I do lose a few pounds, it comes right back on and then some. I've tried exercising a lot, a little, intermittently, strength with cardio, all cardio; low glycemic diets, supplements, food enzymes, vitamins, counting "points" (WW), etc. My food choices may not be perfect, but they are the best they've ever been...and yet I've gained 5 pounds in the past 6 months. I am caffeine-free, drink lots of water, very little soda, eat very little sugar, and ingest no artificial sweeteners. Yet, I am now the heaviest I've ever been. The best success I've had was when I did a cleanse last year, but even so, 3 months after completing the cleanse, all the weight was back on. I felt better, though, so all was not in vain. So, please no advice on diet, supplements, and exercise: I've pretty much tried them all.
So, I had already come to the conclusion that a medical reason exists for why I am not losing weight, so when this guy told me yesterday about my thyroid, I was like, "Well, it makes sense."
I've looked at all the thyroid diseases and disorders, and while what he described sounds like "nodules", my symptoms aren't in line with that diagnosis. That doesn't mean I don't have them, though. I have several symptoms of hypothyroidism, and 3 out of 5 obvious symptoms of goiter, but also have a couple of hyperthyroidism symptoms. MOst indications point to "hypo" and goiter, possibly both.
At this point, thank you for reading this far. Here's what I'd like to ask: Has anyone had experience with these conditions? What can I expect during an examination? What kind of recovery can I expect from treatment? Should I see a specialist or is my family doctor sufficient? What have been your experiences? Did you start losing weight after the condition was treated? What other general information do you want to share?
Thank you for taking time out of your Easter Sunday and eating marshmallow Peeps to help me. Happy Easter, everyone!
With that said, I started my research on diseases of the thyroid and plan on setting an appointment with my doctor (I might even call today and leave a message just so I don't have to worry about calling from work).
What spurred the healer to tell me this was that I asked him, "Why can't I lose weight?" I feel like I've tried everything and no matter what I do, the weight will not come off. If I do lose a few pounds, it comes right back on and then some. I've tried exercising a lot, a little, intermittently, strength with cardio, all cardio; low glycemic diets, supplements, food enzymes, vitamins, counting "points" (WW), etc. My food choices may not be perfect, but they are the best they've ever been...and yet I've gained 5 pounds in the past 6 months. I am caffeine-free, drink lots of water, very little soda, eat very little sugar, and ingest no artificial sweeteners. Yet, I am now the heaviest I've ever been. The best success I've had was when I did a cleanse last year, but even so, 3 months after completing the cleanse, all the weight was back on. I felt better, though, so all was not in vain. So, please no advice on diet, supplements, and exercise: I've pretty much tried them all.
So, I had already come to the conclusion that a medical reason exists for why I am not losing weight, so when this guy told me yesterday about my thyroid, I was like, "Well, it makes sense."
I've looked at all the thyroid diseases and disorders, and while what he described sounds like "nodules", my symptoms aren't in line with that diagnosis. That doesn't mean I don't have them, though. I have several symptoms of hypothyroidism, and 3 out of 5 obvious symptoms of goiter, but also have a couple of hyperthyroidism symptoms. MOst indications point to "hypo" and goiter, possibly both.
At this point, thank you for reading this far. Here's what I'd like to ask: Has anyone had experience with these conditions? What can I expect during an examination? What kind of recovery can I expect from treatment? Should I see a specialist or is my family doctor sufficient? What have been your experiences? Did you start losing weight after the condition was treated? What other general information do you want to share?
Thank you for taking time out of your Easter Sunday and eating marshmallow Peeps to help me. Happy Easter, everyone!
