Dr.'s appt. - Update (M)

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Registered: 03-27-2003
Dr.'s appt. - Update (M)
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Mon, 08-02-2004 - 6:15pm
i have hashimitos. to me it sounds the same as hypo- i guess it is treated the same- but the cause is different? with hash. it is due to my antibodies fighting against the thyroid hormone? just trying to get this figured out. my dr. is upping me from .1-.175. hopefully i will feel better soon

Erika

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Registered: 11-09-2001
Mon, 08-02-2004 - 7:02pm
Erika - hashimoto's disease means that your hypothyroidism is caused by an autoimmune condition - the hashi's, rather than anything else. The treatment is the same, you're right. The good news is that you've gotten your meds increased and THAT will most definitely help you feel better. How are you feeling this week? Hugs, Cathy
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Registered: 10-21-2003
Tue, 08-03-2004 - 8:53am
I wish you the best................maybe you will begin to get regulated and back on track.
((HUGS)) ~Kelly
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Registered: 03-27-2003
Tue, 08-03-2004 - 8:46pm
thanks Kelly, i sure hope so!

Erika