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    Bobbi
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    Sore throat and stomach upset this long after RAI are not normal events. I think you should make an appointment with your doctor to see what might be going on.

    Annie1029
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    Turns out my thyoid levels are now dangerously to low.My doctor is now starting me on Levothyroxine

    Bobbi
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    Levothyroxin is the biological equivalent of T4, so the body uses it naturally. But it is important how you take it. You must be consistent, and take it first thing in the morning with a glass of water, and then wait at least a half hour or more before eating anything. And you should wait to take supplements or vitamins until four hours after the levothyroxin. The issue is that some substances in foods (like iron) and supplements/vitamins can attach themselves to the levothyroxin and keep it from being absorbed into your blood. Or keep some of it from being absorbed. By taking it before eating anything, you assure that you are getting the same amount absorbed every day. This helps you get your levels balanced quicker, and keep them that way.

    I hope you feel better soon.

    Annie1029
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    thank you for all the input.My doctor explained it to me that
    way as well. Its been a week since I started on it. I’m hoping
    to return to my “normal self” if I can remember what that is,its
    been so long. Looking forward to having more enegry and not so much pain.

    :0)

    adenure
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    I hope you feel better soon Annie! :) Let us know how you’re doing as the levothyroxine kicks in :)

    Alexis

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