Thyroid gland/goiter pushing o trachea.

Posted by marshbs @marshbs, Jun 8 12:37pm

Hello,
My thyroid has to be removed due to pushing on trachea in the thoracic inlet. I have had nodules for many years and my thyroid gland is very big. She said I have Subclinical Hyperthyroidism. I had Subacute Thyroiditis twice. I would like to know if anyone has had terrible body aches due to thyroid problems. Now my ankles, hands and wrists hurt. My doctor says it does not cause body aches. I have been aching since January. I hope to hear from someone and thank you.

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Becky, Volunteer Mentor | @becsbuddy | Jun 8 10:10pm

@marshbs Welcome to Mayo Clinic Connect! I honestly don’t know about the pain you are experiencing. But, I’m sure another member will have the answer you’re looking for.
When is your surgery planned for? It will be nice to have the thyroid removed and no longer pushing on the trachea.

marshbs | @marshbs | Jun 8 10:16pm

I have been referred to an endocrinologist/surgeon in Burlington, VT. My consultation isn't until July 29.

dlydailyhope | @dlydailyhope | Jun 9 7:26am

@marshbs
I have Hashimoto’s thyroiditis and had right lobectomy due to a 2.5 cm suspicious nodule. I am now hypothyroid and take 100 mcg levothyroxine. Have you been tested for Hashimoto’s with a full thyroid panel that includes looking for thyroid autoantibodies? If not, you may want to ask for this. Hashimoto’s can affect muscles and joints and cause pain. I have this, too. Read more below.
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/hashimotos-disease/symptoms-causes/syc-20351855

bellabella | @bellabella | Jun 10 2:40pm

I had the exact same thing with my thyroid since 2017. Unfortunately, after the thyroidectomy ( when my body realized I didn't have a thyroid) my body crashed big time. It is almost 8 yrs now and I am still recuperating. I pray that you have NO such problems as I had. Wish the info WAD more uplifting but it is what it is. Everyone is different and you may NOT have any such problems.

marshbs | @marshbs | Jun 10 2:43pm

That is so scary. Maybe I shouldn't have my thyroid removed.

bellabella | @bellabella | Jun 10 2:44pm

My reply was for the person who had large nodules pressing on her traecha.

marshbs | @marshbs | Jun 10 2:48pm

My thyroid/goiter is also pushing on my trachea.

elisabeth007 | @elisabeth007 | Jun 11 8:35am

In reply to @bellabella "I had the exact same thing with my thyroid since 2017. Unfortunately, after the thyroidectomy (..." + (show)

thank you for sharing. Years ago a dr told me having my thyroid removed would bring a halt to my thyroid problems. My current endo wants to wait and watch to see if i re-stabilize. Hope you feel better soon

elisabeth007 | @elisabeth007 | Jun 11 9:23am

i had subclinical hyperthroid diagnosis for years and no pain. sorry you are suffering

marshbs | @marshbs | Jun 11 12:55pm

In reply to @elisabeth007 "thank you for sharing. Years ago a dr told me having my thyroid removed would bring..." + (show)

Thank You.

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