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Elevated Anti-TPO antibodies 141 (<34)
Hi I was recently diagnosed with hypothyroidism and I had a blood test to check my antibodies. They came back with my Anti-TPO antibodies at 141 (<34) and I have had a lot of symptoms which I am not sure are down to the elevation in antibodies or not. I was on Levothyroxine but since my Free T3 and Free T4 were both high and out of range I was advised to skip a few days' doses. Whenever I go to my doctor about my symptoms they always say the symptoms I experience are normal and that they are not things that need urgent attention. They also say they do not treat patients based on how they feel and I have felt horrendous from this afternoon. I was advised by my endocrinologist to go gluten-free for a few weeks, which I did and did so very strictly and my antibodies dropped but now they have risen again and I don't know why.
Any help on the above would be great. :)
Any help on the above would be great. :)
I thought I had vitiligo because I have patches of white on my skin - and I am very pale skinned!
Alopecia I thought I had because I lose hair when I wash it in the shower and it blocks the plughole.
I have positive Anti-Nuclear antibodies but the endocrinologist didn't test me for every single antibody under that term.
Family has a prominent history of diabetes. It's skipped me.
Alopecia I thought I had because I lose hair when I wash it in the shower and it blocks the plughole.
I have positive Anti-Nuclear antibodies but the endocrinologist didn't test me for every single antibody under that term.
Family has a prominent history of diabetes. It's skipped me.
Probably your skin isn't as sensitive as mine. The stinging never went away no matter how long I used the spray.
Hashimoto's thyroiditis is an autoimmune disease so the body is attacking the thyroid gland because it thinks it is foreign tissue. Silly immune system lol. Do you have any other autoimmune diseases? I have autoimmune pernicious anaemia, Hashimoto's thyroiditis, vitiligo, alopecia areta.
Hashimoto's thyroiditis is an autoimmune disease so the body is attacking the thyroid gland because it thinks it is foreign tissue. Silly immune system lol. Do you have any other autoimmune diseases? I have autoimmune pernicious anaemia, Hashimoto's thyroiditis, vitiligo, alopecia areta.
Thanks, I thought I was going mad when my skin didn't tingle as much the day after I first used it. Maybe my pores might have closed up? Just a thought.
Hi, thanks for your reply. I will note down all your recommendations. :)
My endo told me I have hashimoto's so that is a thyroid disorder and it's responsible for the elevated antibodies... or am I wrong? She also told me to use Shea butter for dry skin but the dry skin hasn't really cleared up.
I was also told to go on the Mirena coil for my heavy periods but I didn't like the sound of that.
I Googled all the ingredients from the shampoo and shower gel - they're mostly silicone based and one is used to make the shampoo pearlescent!
My endo told me I have hashimoto's so that is a thyroid disorder and it's responsible for the elevated antibodies... or am I wrong? She also told me to use Shea butter for dry skin but the dry skin hasn't really cleared up.
I was also told to go on the Mirena coil for my heavy periods but I didn't like the sound of that.
I Googled all the ingredients from the shampoo and shower gel - they're mostly silicone based and one is used to make the shampoo pearlescent!
Angelaska, I have been purchasing magnesium chloride flakes wholesale from a large importer here in Canada, and re-selling it locally on a co-op/share basis to a number of people, since it is much cheaper and I get free shipping as well!
I advise people to mix it 50-50 with water to make their own "magnesium oil",
which is not an oil. It got its name from the smooth greasy feel it leaves on the skin.
So far the only complaint was by someone who found it was stinging a lot, so I suggested to dilute it further, which resolved the issue.
If you do a mag. oil treatment every other day, your mg levels should rise within a few weeks. After, you could reduce your treatments to twice weekly for maintenance.
It is a superior way to supplement, since it gets absorbed through the skin ,
whereas oral magnesium goes through the digestive track and is much less effective and also takes much longer to raise its levels, since it has laxative effects and must be taken in small doses.
You will feel its effects soon and your skin will thank you too. lol!
After my mag. oil treatment, I shower, dry and then use a long handle natural bristle brush and do my own lymphatic stimulation massage.
Feels great! You ought to try it!
Oh, BTW, look up all the ingredients in your shampoo and shower gel!
You will be shocked to find out details about some of the so-called natural ingredients or extracts and other chemicals.
As for your toothpaste and mouthwash, I would ditch them asap, if I were you. Just do a search under "Ten top dangers of Fluoride" for details.
You have enough health issues to deal with, you don't need added ones.
You can make your own healthy toothpaste (see online recipes and videos) and the best mouthwash healthy substitute is parsley (chewing) , but the best results for oral/dental sanitation, hygiene and health with long benefits is "Oil Pulling" using coconut oil. Your entire mouth, teeth and gums will be eternally grateful!!!
I have been oil pulling for years on a daily basis and my oral/dental health has been excellent.
In regards to your temp. taking I would do it for longer, just to establish a
pattern and then you average it out.
Like if you take it ten times
(always first thing in the morning-glass thermometer ready-no covers-away from heat generating partner if you have one- for ten full minutes under arm- and must be free from any infection for accuracy) you simply add all the readings and divide by ten, or you can graph it by temperature on the vertical and days on the horizontal and draw the average temp. line.
So far it's indicative of low thyroid function, which does not surprise me and guess what? Fluoride contributes to hypothyroidism!
Cheers!
Niko
I advise people to mix it 50-50 with water to make their own "magnesium oil",
which is not an oil. It got its name from the smooth greasy feel it leaves on the skin.
So far the only complaint was by someone who found it was stinging a lot, so I suggested to dilute it further, which resolved the issue.
If you do a mag. oil treatment every other day, your mg levels should rise within a few weeks. After, you could reduce your treatments to twice weekly for maintenance.
It is a superior way to supplement, since it gets absorbed through the skin ,
whereas oral magnesium goes through the digestive track and is much less effective and also takes much longer to raise its levels, since it has laxative effects and must be taken in small doses.
You will feel its effects soon and your skin will thank you too. lol!
After my mag. oil treatment, I shower, dry and then use a long handle natural bristle brush and do my own lymphatic stimulation massage.
Feels great! You ought to try it!
Oh, BTW, look up all the ingredients in your shampoo and shower gel!
You will be shocked to find out details about some of the so-called natural ingredients or extracts and other chemicals.
As for your toothpaste and mouthwash, I would ditch them asap, if I were you. Just do a search under "Ten top dangers of Fluoride" for details.
You have enough health issues to deal with, you don't need added ones.
You can make your own healthy toothpaste (see online recipes and videos) and the best mouthwash healthy substitute is parsley (chewing) , but the best results for oral/dental sanitation, hygiene and health with long benefits is "Oil Pulling" using coconut oil. Your entire mouth, teeth and gums will be eternally grateful!!!
I have been oil pulling for years on a daily basis and my oral/dental health has been excellent.
In regards to your temp. taking I would do it for longer, just to establish a
pattern and then you average it out.
Like if you take it ten times
(always first thing in the morning-glass thermometer ready-no covers-away from heat generating partner if you have one- for ten full minutes under arm- and must be free from any infection for accuracy) you simply add all the readings and divide by ten, or you can graph it by temperature on the vertical and days on the horizontal and draw the average temp. line.
So far it's indicative of low thyroid function, which does not surprise me and guess what? Fluoride contributes to hypothyroidism!
Cheers!
Niko
I have used magnesium spray myself but I'd have that stinging feeling and I'd be splashing water on my skin to get rid of it. I used magnesium chelated with amino acids supplements to correct my severe magnesium deficiency but am currently drinking a glass of delicious Voost effervescent magnesium and multi vitamin daily when I go walking on the treadmill.
This is from Ancient Minerals - FAQ page....
"I EXPERIENCE SOME TINGLING WHEN I APPLY THE ANCIENT MINERALS MAGNESIUM OIL OR GEL. IS THIS NORMAL?
Some users of magnesium oil and magnesium gel with sensitive skin may experience tingling and/or slight irritation at the site of application due to the high concentration of magnesium chloride. This is completely harmless, and varies based on a number of factors, including how much is applied and where it is applied on the body.
Diluting the magnesium oil 1:1 with pure spring water can reduce this effect, although this is a matter of personal preference. Those who experience this effect also report that the tingling lessens with each subsequent application.
Another option is to choose Ancient Minerals magnesium lotion or magnesium bath flakes, for use in foot soaks and/or full body soaks, which offer a gentler form of transdermal magnesium therapy, for those with extremely sensitive or broken skin."
This is from Ancient Minerals - FAQ page....
"I EXPERIENCE SOME TINGLING WHEN I APPLY THE ANCIENT MINERALS MAGNESIUM OIL OR GEL. IS THIS NORMAL?
Some users of magnesium oil and magnesium gel with sensitive skin may experience tingling and/or slight irritation at the site of application due to the high concentration of magnesium chloride. This is completely harmless, and varies based on a number of factors, including how much is applied and where it is applied on the body.
Diluting the magnesium oil 1:1 with pure spring water can reduce this effect, although this is a matter of personal preference. Those who experience this effect also report that the tingling lessens with each subsequent application.
Another option is to choose Ancient Minerals magnesium lotion or magnesium bath flakes, for use in foot soaks and/or full body soaks, which offer a gentler form of transdermal magnesium therapy, for those with extremely sensitive or broken skin."
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