thyroid problems

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Q: How long should blood work for thyroid problems take to come back?
I had blood work done about a week ago for a possible thyroid problem. I know that that is a pretty in depth test, they check cholesterol, t3, t4, and TSH, but its coming up on 8 days with no news from the Dr., just seems a little long to me. I asked them to call either way just so I know.

A: I have had thyroid tests and cholesterol work done. I would say that 12 days or possibly even 14 days would be sufficient time for these tests. Call your Doctor and ask to speak with Dr. or your Dr’s nurse. Let them know how long that it has been and that you feel the tests should be back by now and double check to see if they are in? Keep calling them and that will get them rolling.

Q: What are the symptoms of thyroid problems in dogs?
My Schnauzer is shedding quite a bit and he’s hyperactive. I’ve read that dogs with a thyroid problem can be lethargic or hyperactive but I’d like to hear from someone who has experience with this.

A: 90% of thyroid problems in dogs are caused by a hypoactive thyroid, meaning that the thyroid gland is under functioning. Symptoms that the owner usually notices is that the dog is usually overweight (and not just slightly), lethargic, exercise intolerance and usually has patchy hair or the hair coat isn’t as thick as it used to be. To diagnose this, it’s a very simple blood test and the condition is easily controlled by daily oral medication, but has to be monitored by more blood testing to find the right dosing of the medication. Easiest thing to do for your little guy is to just call your Vet for an exam and ask for some blood work! Best of luck.

Q: Can smoking Marijuana lead to thyroid problems?
I was wondering that can marijuana use lead to problems with the thyroid. Problems such as, thyroid cancer, graves disease, and hypo and hyper thyroid problems. In the last week my throat has been sore and it feels swollen and it does feel uncombfortable especially when I smoke and when a wear a tight neck t-shirt. Is this simply because i’ve been smoking too much or is it because there’s something wrong? Thanks

A: Yes, & it can cause numerous other problems w/your health also. including your eyes.

Q: Is thyroid problems associated with having diabetes?
I’ve heard of it affecting the heart, kidneys, eyes, etc. but never thought about this question until I started seeing people on here being diabetic and having some kind of thyroid problem. I have an under active thyroid and have to take Levothyroxine every day for it. AND am diabetic also.

A: I am also hypothyroid on Levoxyl and diabetic. Thyroid disease can be auto-immune related, as is Type 1 diabetes. Many people do not actually have both, but several of us do. It’s not at all uncommon to have one or more auto-immune related illnesses.

Q: Any other kids out there with thyroid problems?
I was wondering if there were any other teens out there with thyroid problems that i could talk to? I just need some one who is going through it to talk to. Please reply if you know anyone with thyroid problems or you have any. I need someone to talk to.

A: Feel free to email me. There is a lot of thyroid disorder in my family. I have thyroid disorder, both my sisters have it, one of my brothers, my daughter was diagnosed when she was young and now my three year old grandson has been diagnosed with thyroid disorder. So, yes, there are kids out there with thyroid problems.

Q: Any tweens are teens out there that have thyroid problems?
My 12 year old daughter has had all kinds of problems with depression, anxiety… and we just found out her thyroid numbers are way out of kelter. Her THS is 12.20 -which is too high and her T4 is 3.45, which is too low.
Has anyone had experience with this? I know the thyroid affects so many different things but I ‘d like to hear something first hand.
Thanks!

A: Make sure when she tests TSH that it is done first thing in the morning only. It’s the only way she will get on the proper dose of medication. TSH is highest while we sleep, so you want to test when its near its high point.

If the depression still is present after 6 months of treatment, you might want to look into T4/T3. Many people are poor converters of T4 to T3. If one has low free t3 levels they may have symptoms such as brain fog, depression, hairloss, fatigue, and muscle and joint aches. Free t3 level should be at least midrange if on T4 (Synthroid, Levoxyl) If on Armour, it should be high in range.

Q: Any way to gain weight when you have thyroid problems?
I have a friend who has thyroid problem and she can’t really gain weight and that affects her confidence. I was just wondering..is there a way to gain weight when you have that?

A: If she really has an overactive thyroid it would be very difficult for her to gain weight. The thyroid problem would have to be sorted out first. That is what she needs to be concerned about first, not the weight. Best of luck.

Q: does anyone know what thyroid problems can consist of exactly?
Recently I was told that I probably have thyroid problems however I thought these kinds of problems usually show up in older or heavy people? I’m not really sure if thyroid problems are linked to depression or what. Or how someone could even assume that I had thyroid issues. Would crying a lot or for little reasons be a dead give away?

A: Read this..

http://www.stopthethyroidmadness.com/thyroid-depression-mental-health/

Q: is it impossible to lose weight when you have thyroid problems?
I have been trying to lose weight for so long now…. Recently I was told that it may not be working because I have a thyroid problem. It’s not confirmed yet as I am waiting for my blood test results.

A: I have had an underactive thyroid for years and the docs cant seem to get it working correctly. The only way I can lose weight is to fast and just drink water. It makes me grumpy and I hate doing it. I hope you have better luck.

Q: what are some signs and symptoms of thyroid problems?
what are the symptoms of thyroid problems…basically,how do you know you have issues with you thyroid (male)..what happens to you…do you lose appaetite,hairloss/balding???etc…what happens?

A: Hypothyroidism is an underactive thyroid. Symptoms would include; weight gain, difficulty losing weight, fatigue, constipation, depression, dry thinning hair, dry skin, low body temp, brain fog, decreased sex drive, muscle and joint aches

Hyperthyroidism is an overactive thyroid. Symptoms may include; weight loss, diarrhea, anxiety, excessive sweating, headaches,

Q: Does Thyroid problems cause people to lose weight or gain?
I am curious because I was told I might have a thyroid problem due to my weight gaining, and I read somewhere that people can also lose weight if there is something wrong with their Thyroid glands.

A: Yes there is something called Hypothyroidism and Hyperthyroidism
that could have such effects …

Q: Best friend needs to lose a lot of weight, but has thyroid problems, how can she lose it?
Now I don’t know anything about the thyroid problems, but I know that she can’t take weight loss pills because of them. and her weight depresses her too bad to go to a gym or anything, her house is full of unhealthy food thanks to her family. She doesn’t know how to lose the wight, she’s been struggling with this her whole life. I told her I would help, but i’m an UNDERweight person, and don’t know how to help with losing weight, i’ve never had to.

A: This is a difficult situation because your firend will need the help of her family in order to be most successful. They will have to get rid of the unhealthy food choices in the house, but if that is not possible, she herself is going to have to make the decision to choose healthy foods over junk…

Tell her not to despair over this decision… it means that she is smarter by far than the majority of people in this country by even taking a step to be healthy.

Thyroid problems do make wieght loss harder but by no means impossible.. in fact some people with thyroid problems have benn UNDERweight.. but this is neither here nor there, HER specific problem is that she is OVERweight. But changing diet may be what she needs to jumpstart some weight loss…

You may be thin, but you are her friend, so be her encouragement. (You may be the only one especially if her family isn’t going to take the initiative.) if you both go out to eat, eat healthy with her… just because you are thn, doesn’t mean you have a good healthy diet.

I wish our society were more focused on health than weight.The irony is, that if people only ate more healthy, weight problems for many would disappear.

Help her to do this by doing it with her… on your next outting for food, or snack together, skip the sodas, or chips. If you want to do pizza, get veggies on it.. (I personaly don’t like veggie pizza, so I get regular chees, but I pull some of it off, dab it lightly with a napkin to remove excess oil, and eat only one piece, (If it’s one of those super slices like NY style, or Sbarro) and two if it’s Pizza hut or Domino’s and never eat the crusts…

At dinner, I make sure that I eat more veggies than other items, and even starting your meal with a salad, with fat free, to lo-fat dressing… (No more than 2 tsps)… I avoid creamy ANYTHING!!, or cheesy sauces

I understand that dietary choices are harder especially if you are not the one buying your own food, (ie living under parents) but you can choose not to pick up the junk and select the healthier of the items… Also we have to watch PORTIONS…. she has to actually look on the back of the box… and see what is actually a serving size for what she eats.. we ALL should do this.

Lastly she will have to exercise… this one is the hardest sometimes because it’s hard to just start and take the first step. sometimes we get overwhelmed just looking at the total we think we need to lose. we forget that we have to start with just 1 lb, and even that can seem near impossible especially if you have a medical issue because jumpstarting your body to lose even the one pound can be a task, and for some can take a long time.. but tell her to rest assured that it WILL happen and the good thing about it, is that when she does begin to shed some pounds her metabolism will begin to speed up and it’s like a domino effect, because you begin to lose more.. and either way, you see if difference.. (Which is more likely before she actually will start losing ponds… hey, thin is not always “sexy”… think thick and fit… Serena William, and Gabrielle reese are super hot bods with alot of meat on their bones… heck if that’s not your thing, Kim K, has great curves>> NEVER been “thin” and Chloe… larger frame, but no flabby love handles, and dough balls.. LOL…

Going to the gym sometimes sucks at first, so try to do things like take walks… or join a gym and swim, or take some interesting fitness classes, like belly dancing, hip-hop dancing, salsa, Wii classes (yesat the gym), karate, kick boxing, heck, I’ve even seen Pole dancing like strippers do.. altough I think if you are under 18… this is a bit X rated… but hey, it’s the results.. not the means sometimes.. strippers have to be fit to slide on a pole… Just DON’t get too happy and forget the goal.. please.. wink wink.. and your parents may cringe at the thought as I do.. imagining my teenage nieces in stilettos slding on poles in ANY scenario..
anyway…I hope some of this helps… Losing weight is hard.. it IS a science, and a lifestyle…. but it’s not impossible.. Heck just writing this is making me realize that even I have been slipping and making excuses.

eventually these things become habit and not just hassle. she will become disgusted by the junk food others eat. and so wil you and your bodies will thank you for it… even you Skinny one!! smile smile….
and both of you will dramatically up you hottage points whether you realize it or not… skin will improve, hair will grow better longer, thicker, nails, skin will glow… could cause problems if you have Big bros, protective parents, or significant others… but hey.. what can you do about it?… you’re just two natural hotties…

Now THAT’s the BEST excuse you can legitimately have!!!

Q: Are There Any Warning Signs Of Thyroid Problems That Don’t Require A Blood Test?
My mom has had thyroid problems (it eventually had to be removed), and I would like to recognize any problems before they get too advanced, preferably without having to get a blood test every few months for it.

I know the thyroid gland regulates like temperature and mood, how could I isolate any problems caused by my thyroid?

A: Symptoms can vary:
For hypothyroid: Fatigue; depression; hair loss; dry skin; paleness; lowered temperature; sensitivity; sluggishness; constipation; hoarse voice; puffy face; unexplained weight gain; heavier than normal menstruation; swelling in extremities; joint & muscle pain & stiffness; etc.

For Hyperthyroid: Goiter (a bulge on side of neck when thyroid is swollen); weight loss even while eating normally; anxiety; jitteryness; increased appetite; rapid heartbeat; difficulty sleeping; fatigue; sweating; sensitivity to heat; frequent bowel movements; etc.

Symptoms often first appear as something else.

Google: mayo clinic>>diseases>>hypothyroidism
>>hyperthyroidism

You probably only need a blood test 2X/year.

Good luck

Q: Is thyroid problems a symptom of Lupus?
I’ve been having problems with my thyroid,(swelling ,rapid heartbeat) I just had an ultrasound but i haven’t learned the results yet. Just wondering if that’s a symptom of Lupus because i have several symptoms of that also, I’m not paranoid or anything I just don’t want to miss anything. Thanks for your answers!

A: If you have Lupus you are prone to having other auto immune diseases. Hashimoto’s disease is an auto immune disease of the thyroid so it is possible that the two go hand in hand. Lupus is systemic and it can attack the endocrine system. I would get your TSH tested to make sure.

I know many people in our support group who have both Lupus and Hashimoto’s. Good Luck to you.

Q: Does having thyroid problems affect ttc?
I was diagnosed today with thyroid problems and I am 20 yrs. old, me and hubby have been ttc for a little over a year and no luck. I have been on my period for 40 days now with a lot of blood clots, my period before this was in July and the one before that was November. My question is can this be why I havent been able to conceive?

A: Yes, yes, and yes. A wonky thryoid will absolutely cause infertility. From what you described, it sounds like your thyroid was affecting ovulation and your hormones. It will take the medication 2-3 months to restore your fertility so hang in there and keep taking your meds. After that time, you should start to have normal cycles, meaning ovulation and a period every month. From the time you are regular, I would give it 4-5 cycles. If not pregnant by then, see a fertility specialist. Sometimes, even with thyroid meds women have trouble ovulating on their own. There are meds they can give you for that, so if you’re not pregnant by end of summer, see a doctor and get started.

Also… with all the bleeding you’ve been doing lately you should make sure you’re not anemic. Anemia can also affect fertility.

Good luck.

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