Is my doctor on the right track?
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Is my doctor on the right track?
| Fri, 10-13-2006 - 9:50pm |
I saw my new PCP 6wks. ago and had every symptom of hypothyroidism. He said my thyroid was mildly enlarged, ordered TSH test. He called and said my results were low normal, prescribed Effexor (which I couldn't tolerate), Zelnorm (for constipation) and scheduled a sleep study. He told me to come back to see him in 3wks (I have an appointment next week). I am trying to be patient but I don't see his logic. I have facial puffiness,cold intolerance, constipation, fatigue, weakness (my body feels like spaghetti), low sex drive (I think it's just because I am tired) and I have gained 12 pounds in 3 mos. (despite decreasing calories and trying to remain active). My weight fluctuates 3-5 lbs. daily. I am exhausted...I feel like I am lying beneath bricks when I awake in the morning. Please give advice.

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Thank-you for the information. I have seen an Endocrinologist in the past (not related to Thyroid) and I am going to call to schedule an appt. You are right; it is very hard to get an appointment. In fact, at the time my Endo. released me, he mentioned that my Thyroid maybe underactive but referred me to my PCP to follow-up. I think he was just too busy with chronically ill patients and didn't really have time to deal with me.
Also, thank-you for the range info. I have yet to get a copy of my test (yes; I know- I need a new doctor) and it is hard to remember everything when you have diff. concentrating anyway. I do know my TSH was .49 (should have been low enough to warrant a trial of meds (?) and my Free T4 was 1.9 (I believe).
I will call and request faxed copies today.
Thanks,
Baby-Daughter
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