Hi All, I am new to the US & I'm struggling to get to grips with the healthcare system & so I'm looking for any advice that you could share!
I developed an under active thyroid a few years ago, following pregnancy & was put on Levothyroxine. For several years, I have been experiencing a lot of symptoms - extreme fatigue, achy legs, weight gain, brain fog, numbness & tingling which were all dismissed in the U.K. as being connected to my thyroid issue. My TSH level forbthyroid is stable, so I couldn't get any further answers from my doctor.
Since coming to the US a few months ago, I have had some further tests which have identified a connective tissue disorder. I am convinced this is connected to my thyroid, but the doctor has referred me to a rheumatologist, who is not covered by my healthplan with United. She has put me on steroids in the meantime, which made me feel great for the first few days, but now all my symptoms are coming back.
Do I seek out a new rheumatologist? Or should I find an endocrinologist for my thyroid? Who would be the best to look at both possibilities? I've had lots of blood tests done already, so should I talk to a doctor online?
I'm living in florida, I've heard great things about Mayo, but I don't know where to start & I'd like to avoid seeing multiple doctors etc.
Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks

Jenny