I have some thyroid deficiency symptoms and don't know if I should talk to my doctor

[helloitisigrace]

Ive been barely overweight my whole life, and have been working out regularly and eating pretty healthily for as long as i can remember. After finally cracking down about a year and a half ago, I became vegetarian, cut out all liquids but water, doubled my workout routine, and began eating even healthier. I lost almost 10 pounds within 6 months, but now, almost a year later, have done nothing but increase my workouts and eat even healthier, yet haven't dropped a single pound since January. Im 18 years old, 5'6, and 160 pounds, and am technically considered of a normal BMI, but would like to shed a few more pounds and I cant no matter what I try. its beyond frustrating. I also am nearly postivie I have hyperhidrosis, as I sweat profusely from my armpits and palms, but havent been officially diagnosed. I feel frequently fatigued, get headaches and random muscle pains often, and overall just dont feel quite well. I did some research, and i think i may have some sort of thyroid condotion, but dont want to bother my doctor unless it seems necessary. can someone tell me if I shoud make an appointment or just deal with it? thanks!

[Barb135]

Yes, you'll need to visit your doctor, as those tests are not readily available, in the U.S. without a doctor's order, unless you order them online and pay for them out of pocket.  If you want insurance to pay for them, you'll have to go through your doctor...

It would also be good to get an examination to have your thyroid checked for swelling and/or nodules that may be felt via palpation.

You should never feel like you're "bothering" your doctor... s/he is there to take care of you.  Your thyroid controls multiple body functions, and proper function is essential to well being.

[des900]

No need to visit any doctor to detect thyroid problem and deficiency problems as its detected using blood tests and symptoms and not my physical examination.

Go to a private lab and do these basic blood tests very important for good thyroid function.

TSH*
Free T3
Free T4
25-hydroxy-vitamin D3*
Ferriitn
Vitamin B12

* very important ones to detect and only need to do these if want to cut cost on blood tests.