Hashimotos connection to Barrett's...

Posted by phoggie @phoggie, Aug 30, 2016

I have Hashimoto's Disease...and Barrett's Esophagus. I have an idea the two are related some how. Does anyone have these? I am considering the Nissen Fundaplicfation, but would like to try something else first. I also have a tumor on my thyroid and waiting to see the results of my sonogram. It has been suggested I try a Gluten-free diet, but have not started that yet.
I am new here and appreciate you thoughts.

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devinsmom | @devinsmom | Apr 27, 2020

In reply to @kellyhahn1 "Hi @devinsmom, welcome to Mayo Clinic Connect- happy to have you here! I think you will..." + (show)

I think I have been replying in the wrong place I have been diagnosed with Barrett’s and the ent who took most of my thyroid out said I had hashimotos but didn’t do antibody test I am on high dose of np thyroid but my doctor won’t change to a different medication also have ichthyosis on hands have gained twenty pounds on this medication and really want off of it

John, Volunteer Mentor | @johnbishop | Apr 27, 2020

In reply to @devinsmom "I think I have been replying in the wrong place I have been diagnosed with Barrett’s..." + (show)

Hi @devinsmom, There is another discussion that you may want to join and post questions for other members who have been diagnosed with Barrett's.

Groups > Digestive Health > Barrett’s esophagus: https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/barretts-esophagus-1/

There is also another discussion in the Digestive Health group that you may find helpful.
Barrett’s esophagus-friendly diet: https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/be-friendly-diet/

Did your doctor give you any reasons or suggestions when you asked about changing to a different or better medication?

devinsmom | @devinsmom | Apr 27, 2020

In reply to @johnbishop "Hi @devinsmom, There is another discussion that you may want to join and post questions for..." + (show)

Yes my t3 is high and my t4 is low and when I was taking levothyroxine the dichotomy between the two was more exaggerated but I have read that there are other medications out there that might work better?

devinsmom | @devinsmom | Apr 27, 2020

In reply to @johnbishop "Hi @devinsmom, There is another discussion that you may want to join and post questions for..." + (show)

In response to Coleen young I was on levothyroxine in the past and my tests showed a larger gap dichotomy between my t3and t4 but I’ve read there are other medications I cud try

kidsmomof9 | @kidsmomof9 | May 17, 2020

Do the Nissen! It makes an world of difference! I had it on 2012 and my son had I it done when he was 10. A real life saver!

Langold | @rarelybees2889 | May 25, 2020

Interesting I just have Hashis

devinsmom | @devinsmom | Jun 23, 2020

In reply to @kidsmomof9 "Do the Nissen! It makes an world of difference! I had it on 2012 and my..." + (show)

Where would I get the Nissan fundoplication done I asked my gastro doctors nurse and she just said a surgeon

Becky, Volunteer Mentor | @becsbuddy | Jun 23, 2020

In reply to @devinsmom "Where would I get the Nissan fundoplication done I asked my gastro doctors nurse and she..." + (show)

@devinsmom Has the gastroenterologist suggested that a fundoplication procedure would benefit you? Your gastro MD should be able to refer you to a good surgeon if he believes that the surgery would be beneficial. Make an appointment with the doctor (not the nurse) and have a frank discussion. Will you let us know how that goes?

Becky, Volunteer Mentor | @becsbuddy | Jun 23, 2020

In reply to @devinsmom "I also have ichthyosis on hands and feet need to find an endocrinologist in Utah that..." + (show)

@devinsmom I’m sorry that I just saw your posting about needing a physician for your myriad of conditions. I did find this website with lots of information on ichthyosis. It gives some home remedies.
http://www.firstskinfoundation.org/bathing-exfoliation
You might need to find a large medical center somewhat near to you. It would have many more resources and you should be able to find help. Does that sound like something you could do?

devinsmom | @devinsmom | Jun 23, 2020

In reply to @becsbuddy "@devinsmom I’m sorry that I just saw your posting about needing a physician for your myriad..." + (show)

I’m not sure what kind of doctor I need I have a gastro in salt lake and a homeopathic doctor in Reno and I like both of them thank u for ur reply I will look at home remedies now

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