Question about "hypo"

[Liz94]

Was just looking at the posts regarding weight gain and saw the one on the carb issues. I notice that it said people that are hypo have trouble converting carbs into energy. Define "hypo" for me. Does that mean when you are in a true hypo state? Are you still considered "hypo" after you've had a thyroidectomy but are at normal hormone levels now?  For instance, I've had a TT but my TSH is .2 and my other numbers are in the normal range. Am I still hypo because I no longer have a thyroid?

[stella5349]

Medically if your TSH levels stabilize for one year you are considered euthroid whether you have a thyroid or not.

[hazelhurst]

I'd like to hear an answer to Liz94's question as well--are we hypo if we have no thyroid, but our levels are in the normal range???
Thanks

[BrenPen]

Thank you for the information.  Do you see a endo specialist, or are you seeing a GP?  My docs have been lowering my dosages for 3 years now; about every 3-6 months.  It's difficult.  I'm very happy to read that you are feeling great.  Maybe I will too with a bit more effort!  Thanks

[Liz94]

I'm on 150 mcg of synthroid and feeling great.....FINALLY!  I had my TT 6 months ago and it took 3 months of getting my dosage at the right level.   I also take 50,000 iu of Drisdol (prescription Vitamin D) because I tested very low a few months back. I'm on it for 6 months.  It's been a rough road for me but I'm finally feeling back to normal and like maybe, just maybe, I can move on without thinking about my thyroid issues everyday.

[BrenPen]

Hi Liz,  I have the same situation as you. Total Thyroidectomy.... May I ask what meds you are on, and how you are doing with them?
Thanks much,
BrenPen