Hey all,
I am having a very difficult time right now. As alot of you know...I was diagnosed as having hypothyroidism march 08 by a doctor that considers normal range lower than most for whatever reason. At the time, I had no symptoms of thyroid problems but went on the medication per his recommendations. Nine months later, hell begin so to speak....major hair loss, severe muscles aches, freezing cold all the time and frequent infections. I went to an acupuncturist and herbal therapist after 9 months of repeated doctors appointment with no answers. The acupuncturist put me on some herbs which I responded beautifully to....came off thyroid meds two weeks into the treatment and felt human again. Six weeks into that treatment...started showing signs of iodine toxicity with burning in my mouth and throat so immediately stopped his treatment. That has been 6 weeks ago tomorrow....now I feel like I am spiraling down again. Just found out a couple of weeks ago that I have sclerosis of my spine in one area and my back aches all the time! I am 39 and feel like I am 89. I had no quality of life on thyroid meds plus my hair loss was sooooo much worse on thyroid meds. My symptoms of thyroid trouble was sooo much worse when on meds. I feel completely hopeless of ever having a normal life again. I feel like such a freak with my hair loss! I know without a doubt in my mind...if I have to go back on meds...I will lose all of my hair! You guys and gals out there are soooo strong....you all truly are my inspiration! I hate my appearance...I feel sooo ugly and I dont think I will ever be the same! More importantly, I just want to feel ok and not have to spend the rest of my life in pain from thyroid disease.

Thanks for listening or reading...lol

Donna