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Blood drawn and arm pain
Oct 08, 2008 10:27PM in the Thyroid Disorders Community
It is possible that the tech went through the vein or not enough pressure was applied to the site after they with drew the needle and a small bruise my be forming. If the pain still persists tomorrow maybe you could call the office and have them take a look the site and your arm. The next time you have your blood taken ask them to use a butterfly needle...
Weight gain with hyperthyrodism?
Jul 13, 2008 05:35PM in the Thyroid Disorders Community
Hi Just thought I would let ya know that I have gained 22 pounds from being hyperthyroid. I thought I would lose weight!!! I get so hungry sometimes I feel like I could eat the wallpaper off the walls. HA HA HA. I hope I start losing some of it soon! Joni
TSH Level has rapid change
Feb 14, 2008 09:29PM in the Thyroid Disorders Community
Thank-You I was surprised to see my level drop so fast and it sure made me feel like ****, but I guess it was worth it! I just hope and pray it slows down and does not get too low! I feel like I am on a amusement trill ride at Fiesta Texas!! Joni
TSH Level has rapid change
Feb 14, 2008 08:48PM in the Thyroid Disorders Community
Howdy Friends I was informed today that my TSH level was 21. Now on 2/4/08 (RAI Tx day) it was 231. I started synthroid 150mcg on 2/6/08 and on 2/13/08 I had a TSH level drawn and the results were 21 and the CBC demonstrated that I was anemic. The Doctor stated I should continue the synthroid 150mcg every day until my next appointment which is in two week...
Happy Valentines People as I go in for my RAI treatment..
Feb 14, 2008 04:37PM in the Thyroid Disorders Community
Good Luck with RAI! If you experience nausea just call the MD for some anti-nausea medication! I took tylenol for the Headache and still have headaches and I am 10 days Post RAI!! Good Luck and remember to drink drink drink to flush that stuff out of you, then flush flush flush it away! WOW this could be a song I think! Joni
Thyroidectomy Feb. 26
Feb 14, 2008 04:32PM in the Thyroid Disorders Community
Hey I developed anxiety and depression and was placed on Ativan and Lexapro! You have every right to have these symptoms, but please go to the doctor and explain to them how you feel. They can help you get through this difficult time in your life! I tried to do it on my own with diversional activites and it help for awhile and then it back fired. So get h...