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  • somero
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    Thank you Cynthia, even though I would never want anyone to go through this, it is some what comforting knowing that what I am feeling is not abnormal to the disease…I will be posting a happy post about progress.

    Kimberly
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    Sounds like you’ve already gotten some great feedback, but I just wanted to add that you should *definitely* check with your regular doc before starting the Iodium. The thyroid uses iodine to produce *extra* thyroid hormone, which is the last thing that we need while we are hypER!

    It’s true that if you *flood* the thyroid with iodine, it will temporarily shut down…sort of like how your car engine will shut down if it is flooded with gasoline. However, this is a temporary effect, not a permanent treatment option.

    As others have said, hang in there…things *will* get better!

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