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  • snelsen
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    January 22, 2010 at 6:22 pm
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    I am very sorry about your grandmother’s experience. The parathyroids are very important, and I am sure she did have troubles the rest of her life.

    I had a sub-total thyroidectomy after having thyrotixicosis (hyperthyroidism) which would recur every time the tried to stop the PTU (propothiouricil.) I had no complications at all, was euthyroid after the operation for about 30 years. I felt better immediately after the surgery, as far as feeling hyper. At that time, there was no choice for me between RAI, for RAI was in trials at that time.
    I am also a nurse who has worked in general surgery for a long time. I have not heard of any complications with this operation. Now you have a choice of surgery or RAI. There are plenty of recent posts from people who have had RAI, and I am sure you will get some other good responses from people who have had a thyroidectomy.
    Depending on where you live in Michigan, I suggest a surgeon from a larger area, or an academic setting. Generally, there are surgeons who do many of them, and that is who you want. YOur endo might be a good place to ask for a few names. Or a doc you know who would ask around for a couple names for you.

    Tamara2010
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    January 22, 2010 at 10:20 pm
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    #1066701

    We all have a hard time making decisions with this disease…thank God we all have this forum and each other. I just need to read more of all these posts…when I can get more time. Anyone know of any good surgeons in Michigan? :roll: Have a good night you guys!!!

    Tamara2010
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    January 22, 2010 at 10:28 pm
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    #1018722

    I forgot to ask? Where would I look for a doctor? Doctors never give an option of surgery? My grandmother had her goiter removed, and they severed her parathyroids…she was a total mess for the rest of her life. I heard that you have to find one that specializes and has done alot of them? I live in MI where would I find one? Thanks you guys!!! <img decoding=” title=”Smile” />

    npatterson
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    January 23, 2010 at 7:27 pm
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    #1066702

    There is a website for Thyroid Surgeons. I will find it and post it. They are going to be in larger areas, frequently in medical schools. Also, check the ThyCa.org site. They know ALL the good surgeons!

    Take care,

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