Hyperthyroidism

Posted by rjtx @rjtx, Oct 5, 2019

Hi, I just found this forum and hope to get some shared experience. My wife (age 50) has low TSH 0.11 ulU/Ml, Free T4 at 1.49 ng/dL (range 0.89-1.76 ng/dL). Free T3 4.40 pg/Ml (range 2.3-4.20 pg/Ml) (elevated). She lost 10 lbs and has trouble sleeping which is why her PCP ordered such tests. Her PCP wants her to see an endocrinologist. we are in process of setting this up.
But I wonder if anyone has had similar issue and can share your experience on seeing doctor and treatments (what works and what doesn't). Even we are going to rely on the doctor, we want to research as much as we can before seeing doctor with questions ready. thank you so much.

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mcmurf2 | @mcmurf2 | Jan 5, 2021

In reply to @dknight01 "Does anyone have hyperthyroidism that can help me with some reassurance." + (show)

I was diagnosed with hyperthyroidism ( Graves disease) about 2 years ago. It is being controlled with medication well.

somedaydialysisfree | @somedaydialysisfree | May 5, 2023

In reply to @mcmurf2 "well,, my blood tests came back.. I've got Graves. getting thyroid removed . Make sure you..." + (show)

@mcmurf2, @dknight01, @adpetty, @kimspr3, @mcmurf2, did you take any meds for hyperthyroidism? Has anyone gotten drug induced lupus from tge hyperthyroidism meds? Did anyone take iodine?

johnbluffside | @johnbluffside | Jul 11, 2023

Chronic pain , headaches, muscle weakness, lack of energy , anxiety. I have had IBS for years. Every test comes back negative.
I just had my thyroid tested via lab work and my T 4 is elevated and I will be seeing an endocrinologist.
Suggestions?

ripley | @ripley | Jul 12, 2023

In reply to @johnbluffside "Chronic pain , headaches, muscle weakness, lack of energy , anxiety. I have had IBS for..." + (show)

Have you had your calcium and parathyroid levels checked with blood tests? Some of those symptoms can be from hyperparathyroidism (glands located behind your thyroid).

johnbluffside | @johnbluffside | Jul 12, 2023

In reply to @ripley "Have you had your calcium and parathyroid levels checked with blood tests? Some of those symptoms..." + (show)

No but I will ty!

Cheryl, Volunteer Mentor | @cehunt57 | Jul 13, 2023

The original discussion on Hyperthyroidism started in 2019 but is drawing recent attention. I have a history of hyperthyroidism or Graves Disease diagnosed in 2001. My endocrinologist diagnosed it (I’m also diabetic). She prescribed a medication, but I’ve forgotten what. She continued monitoring with blood labs over the years. What most caught my attention at the time was a comment she made. She said it can be common for hyperthyroidism to reverse over time to hypothyroidism. I’m no longer on medication, have no symptoms of either condition and my Dr. continues to monitor my labs. Has anyone else heard of this or experienced it?