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Thyroid Cancer, Nodules & Hyperthyroidism (Expert Forum)
Hypothyroidism and Pain
Answered by
Mark Lupo, M.D. - Thyroid Nodules, Thyroid Cancer, hyperthyroidism, hypothyroidism, Thyroid Ultrasound
Thyroid & Endocrine Center of Florida
Sarasota - FL
Questions in the Thyroid forum are answered by Mark Lupo, MD. Topics covered include Goiter, Graves Disease, Hyperthyroid, Parathyroid/Calcium Problems, Thyroid Cancer, Thyroid Nodules/Cysts, Thyroiditis, Thyroid & Pregnancy, Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH), Thyroid Tests, and Thyroid Surgery.
Hypothyroidism and Pain
by ital35, Apr 13, 2006 12:00AM
I was recently diagnosed with Hypothyroidism and Hoschimotos disease. I also have a goiter. My doctor could not belive that I was functioning at all. She told me that she has never seen levels like mine and that I set the record. They were through the roof. Surgery is indicated to remove the goiter because the size and horseness also the feeling of choking. I am really concerned. They cant schedule the surgery until my levels are somewhat normal. I have been placed on synthroid starting at 1/2 pill a day for 7 days then 100 mcg day. My body is constantly aching. I have pain in my arms, legs, back and shoulders. Is pain in the upper back area common with this? The pain that I have is in the scapula area. All the reasearch that I look at online can be so confusing. Has anyone experienced this? I am going to see a surgeon after the sonogram results are in for a fine needle biopsy can anyone tell me anything about this procedure also? Im just really confused and scared. Thanks
Doctor's Answer
by Mark Lupo, M.D., Apr 13, 2006 12:00AM
, Apr 13, 2006 12:00AM
The FNA will likely confirm Hashimotos. See other post for the remaining answers -- you are VERY hypothyroid -- many symptoms should improve with treatment.
