I was dx with Hashimoto's in 1992 treated with Synthroid 0.1mg qd. I get my blood tested annually and have always been within normal limits. Last test in 5/09 normal. I was diagnosed with invasive ductal stage III breast cancer 5/08. I went through 5 months of chemo, mastectomy with no node involment, following with 5 weeks of radiation. I did pretty well until I got to radiation. My body did not tolerate the supraclavicular radiation well. It was painful and my clavicle and neck became swollen on the side of the radiation. I suffered from brachial plexopathy but had no residual effects. Actually a 2 months ago I was doing really good and felt I was back to normal.
Nine months after radiation I started suffering from low body temps, always cold even after exercise, fatigue, itchiness all over, muscle and joint pain, insomnia, and headaches.
I intend to get a blood test but want to know what I should be asking for in order to the best results. Will my PCP be adequate to handle any changes or do I need to see an endocrinologist? I also wonder if the radiation may have played a part in this. What is you best answer with little I have provided.
Thank you