Hi Everyone,
I’m debating whether to get radio-iodine therapy to treat my hyperthyroid. I have been diagnosed with hyperthyroid for 7 years now. I was very bad at taking any medicines and didn’t take anything for years. I don’t have any of the symptoms that is normally associated with hyperthyroid. I feel pretty normal and have not lose any weight over the years. 8 months ago, my doctor said it’s time for me to do the radioiodine therapy treatment. I’m having many doubts about getting the treatment. Since I don’t have any symptoms, feels like I’m going to be signing up for hypothyroid and will have other issues such as gaining weight and also having to take hormones the rest of my life. Am I wrong to think this way? I did also get a second opinion from another doctor and he also said I should get radio iodine. I’m really worried about gaining weight since I’m already a bit overweight. I am 51 year old female and 203 lbs. really would love some insights from someone who has done it and their experience after therapy.