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bone pain
by marati, May 12, 2009 03:59PM
I am 23 and have had bone pain for three years it started in my left forearm and have moved all throughout my body I went to a doctor to find out what it could be. I was diagnosed with hypothyroid 3 years ago and also have a goiter. On top of the bone pain I have extreame fatigue and loss of hair. The doctor did a bone scan and found nothing did a x-ray found nothing. I also had a ultrasound done on my thyroid,an uptake,and a thyroid scan. which the results shocked my doctor I had a average ultrasound/thyroid scan but my uptake suggested Graves disease what I have been told my thyroid is inactive now its over active also my blood work showed moderate thyroid not over or underactive. I did find out my b-12 and vitamin d were low nad he has me taking b-12 shots. I am very upset I feel like no one can figure out what is wrong with me Im feeling worse and no anwsers and now my doctor is sending me to a endocronologist. I was concerned about lupas but my blood work was negative. Any suggestions.
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As it is not very clear by your explanation but I would like to give you a basic idea about Graves’ Disease.
Graves' Disease is a type of autoimmune disease that causes over-activity of the thyroid gland, causing hyperthyroidism. This over-activity is also sometimes called "toxic diffuse goiter." The thyroid gland helps set the rate of metabolism, which is the rate at which the body uses energy. When the thyroid is too active, it makes more thyroid hormones than the body needs. High levels of thyroid hormones can cause side effects such as trouble sleeping ,fatigue, frequent bowel movements, irritability ,weight loss without dieting,heat sensitivity ,muscular weakness etc.
To confirm Graves' Disease doctor will do a blood test for Free T4 and TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) to find out if the levels are in the normal range. Another test, called a Thyroid Stimulating Immunogobulin (TSI), might be used if your doctor is unsure about whether you have the disease, or for patients who have a Graves’ disease eye disorder but normal thyroid function.
Moreover I would suggest you to consult to endocrinologist to ensure the right treatment. Hope it helps.Regards.