Fatigue!!

[PJ425]

Hi, I need your input!  I am an African-American female, 47, 5'3", 244 lbs., in good health.  (I have fibroid tumors, I have heavy menstrual periods, I've been anemic for several years, and I developed asthma @ 3 years ago.)  In 4/07, I had my thyroid removed because a (benign) tumor/goiter was partially obstructing my windpipe.  Since the surgery, I've gained 11 pounds and developed shortness of breath and fatigue.  I had a blood test last week.  The T4, Free level is 1.5; the TSH w/free T4 rfx, TSH, 3rd generation level is .87; the total iron level is 25; the transferrin saturation level is 8.  I currently take .175 mg of Synthroid.  Should I ask my endocrinologist for an increase in the dosage?  Or do you think that the fatigue is primarily gynecological in nature, and that I should look into having the fibroids removed?  I have been trying to lose weight and exercise, but the tiredness interferes with my efforts.  I value your opinion, and look forward to your response.  Thank you!

[PJ425]

I'll dig up the labs and re-post.  Thanks much!

[Craniac3]

I wish I could, but I have no idea. You put your test results, but people need the lab ranges to form an opinion. Lab ranges vary from facility to facility, and all of us with brain fog can't keep the numbers in our head anyway.

There are a number of possibilities: have you had your B12 checked? What does your gyno say about the fibroids? Any blood in your stool or urine? Are you entering menopause?

Try your question again with lab ranges, and hopefully someone will have some info.

Good luck!

[PJ425]

Can someone please help me? Thanks!