Question about weight after RAI

[lil dollie]

I have a question about my weight issues and RAI. My doctor told me once I have RAI, I will have to watch everything I eat or I may blow up like a balloon. I have weight issues now and was planning on going on a diet and exercising but my doctor told me not to do this while hyperthyroid. Well, once I have RAI, can I start exercising and dieting then? I really need to get rid of all of this weight. Will it be hard to lose once I have the RAI done? Any input will help me out!

[KathyD]

I would love to know the same. I needed to lose weight before my RAI and I had it last wed., however since I am having my scan friday I still can't take any med's .  I have gained 15 pounds since my first surgery in Feb and  not happy.  I have been working out and eating only veggies and lean meats and im still gaining..  Bought the thyroid diet book but am bascially eating the foods it says I need to eat.  

[ceegee]

I am having the same problem.  I gained 15 lbs last summer, right before TT and being dx w/ thyca.  I walk everyday for 45 minutes, play tennis at least once a week, and eat very healthy because my husband cooks and he is an organic freak, and I still can't lose weight.

[Nicki1433]

I'm having enough trouble pulling myself out of bed in the morning to exercise, but my diet has had no effect on my weight.  The usual way I know my thyroid is off is when my weight changes.