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Hashimoto help, feeling defeated and desperate

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I’m going to try to help you with what has worked for me. I was diagnosed with Hashimoto’s and Hypothyroidism 3 years ago after a big surgery to remove 18” of my colon due to severe diverticulitis. That, thankfully, has healed. I was put on Thyroid medication, Synthroid 125 mcg and Cytomel 5 mcg and over time my levels came down, so I have eliminated the Cytomel and went down to 75 mcg in Synthroid where I’m feeling good at. I have my blood levels checked every 6 months to see if I need a medication adjustment and I’ve been staying here. I also, due to having Hashimoto’s, have eliminated eating gluten, dairy and soy products. They are inflammatory foods and I was blowing up like a balloon quickly. I also had a food sensitivity test done and am cautious about eating those foods as well which are also inflammatory: they’re called Nightshades and they include tomatoes, potatoes, eggplant, zucchini etc. I only eat them occasionally and feel ok when I do. I also take many supplements such as a multi-vitamin, biotin for my thinning hair which has grown back, D-3, Magnesium, Potassium and the list goes on. I should also tell you that I am currently suffering from Long Covid as well. It’s been a hellish 3 years! Lost both my taste and smell and still don’t have that back. I am working on it! By eliminating these foods, I believe you will loose that body bloat. Give it a try, it doesn’t cost a thing and I bet you’ll feel better.

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Just noticed and read your reply. Though I don't think I have Hashimoto"s, (I haven"t tested.) I have been suffering from Long Covid episodes for the last 3 years.
My most recent was the worst so far. (3 months and counting). I had around 20 Symptoms. Covid researcher/Specialist, Suggested Colchicine 0.6mg per day, for 2 weeks, for inflammation. ( OFF prescription - It worked, but still had symptoms of covid). I also saw a cardiologist for 1 incident of AFIB?). Lost confidence with system after seeing cardiologist. ( bad experience- when dealing with all my other symptoms! )- to me).
Began my own research, looking at my symptoms. This took me to "depleted thyroid symptoms". I've been Taking Lugol's iodine 2%, for 6 weeks now. My covid symptoms, Personality disorders, GI tract problems ,muscle atrophy, FATIGUE, weight lose; etc etc... have all diminished to the point that I am feeling much better. I haven't felt this good in along time.

My question is, have you been dealing with long Covid for 3 years also? I'm asking because your reply sounds very similar with what I'm reading, and seeing in myself.? Long Covid has a lot of similar symptoms and affects various parts of the body. Personally, I don't feel the "Doctors", have all the answers - no disrespect!