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I’ve been reading this board regularly since September of 06–after I went to the GYN because I was sure I was going through early menopause. Based on my pulse and weight loss, he immediately suggested thyroid. I was referred to a great Endo, and I’ve had excellent care I believe, and have had minimal problems. Even though she believes there is only a 5% chance of remission, the endo has been great about letting be try medication before RAI. I had a week of racing pulse, high blood pressure and palpatations again recently, and almost decided to go ahead with the RAI, but it has settled back down, and I feel real stable again. We’ll see…

I seem to feel pretty good with at TSH of .03-.05 right now…she says it’s fine as long as the T4 and T3 uptake are good…and they have been.

You all really saved me a lot of panic and frustration after the inital diagnosis. So thanks to those who have answered questions so well. I’ve been reading several of the recommended books also.

A foot note…as a result of my diagnosis, my mother realized she had thyroid nodules…she is currently waiting for biopsy results…doesn’t have Graves, they said. I’m more aware for my four daughters now…

Well, I guess that’s it for now…you’ve met one more person who regularly reads the boards!

Thanks again,
Tami

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Tami,

Welcome! I’m so glad that you have not had many problems. That is great news, also that you are so happy with your endo. That is half the battle. I have a very good one also, that I’ve always been pleased with.

Like it has been suggested before, keep a record of your blood work and how you are feeling, this way you can always show that to the doctor if you need to.

Also, sorry to hear about your mom, but you must be able to help her with all your new knowledge. Many times people have nodules and they are benign, also sometimes with Graves Disease people have had them.

With your children the main thing to remember and talked to them about is the fact that Graves Disease is an autoimmune disease. What it means for them is that they may not develope Graves Disease but a person who has an autoimmune disease, like yourself, can develope other autoimmune diseases. I don’t know how old your children are but this will be important for them to know and understand as they age.

Diane B On-Line Facilitator

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