Hello all,
I was recently diagnosed with Graves’ also. Not sure what to think or do yet. I was told I had both Hyper and hypothyroid (didn’t know you could have both!). But had lost about 30lbs. rapidly, but felt more energetic, though eating was not an interest at all! Now gaining weight, fatigue is back, and my TSH very high, but my T4 and T3 are low. Endo put me on Methimazole at first, but removed me from it due to results, and now taking nothign while they monitor my levels for the next 3 months. Not sure about this roller coaster ride. Just wanted to express some frustration with those of you who have been dealing with this. Diagnosis of Graves fairly recent, but the thyroid has been an issue for about a year, but was taking Armour thyroid, but they switched me because they said I switched to being hyperthyroid. I’m just now starting to explore issues of diet, what to eat/not eat, etc. Guess I’m in for a long haul of health issues???? A bit overwhelming and depressing from all the stuff I am reading. The doctor has not discussed any surgery or radiation treatments at this time though.
Is anybody willing to tell me how long they have battled with this before they tried the surgery/radiation route?
