What is my first step???
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| Mon, 07-16-2007 - 10:11am |
My mother had her tyroid removed at age 25 and has advised me to have mine checked as well since I am at that age. My regular doctor checked mine 4 years ago and said everything was fine. I have read many articles that doctors overlook thyroid problems and am wondering if I should try a specialist rather then a normal physician? I have recently noticed more hair falling out and read it may be a symptom that something is abnormal with my thyroid, also I am on an anti-depressent (for the last 3 years and before that even) and am on adderral. I have read also about misdiagnosing such symptoms when the tyroid can be to blame. I am not sure what type of doctor to go to and what to ask. Any suggestions are greatly appreciated!
Thanks, Katie

Good Luck! Keep us posted on how you are doing!
Hi Katie,
Welcome to our board.
Since there is a history of thyroid problems in your family, I would suggest that you start by going to your regular doctor again and have your levels checked.
Thank you so much for all the usefull information. I am making an apointment with my regular physician and will see where it goes from there. Thanks again! Katie