[ely2009]

in reply to: thyroid storm vs. panic attack #1072058

Hyperm,

That was my grandma’s expression also, so I’ve tried to keep that in mind. It’s so hard to give up control though…

I just want to feel normal. ” title=”Smile” />

Thanks for your help.

Emily

[ely2009]

in reply to: thyroid storm vs. panic attack #1072056

Thanks for the info.

Dianne, What you describe is kind of how I feel at times. I used to feel it all the time (before the meds). -now just once in a while. I keep asking my husband – how will I know when it’s a true emergency? Like you, hyperm, he says I’m SURE we’ll know.

So tired of the anxiety. Bllod draw this week and appt with endo next.

I hope he sees some progress. I thnk that will help me.

Emily

[ely2009]

in reply to: Chest pains #1072093

I also have some tightness in my chest. I do think that mine is muscle pain because I have a similar feeling in my back at times and in my groin area. I think it’s much more obviuos (for good reason) when I feel it in my chest, but then when I pay attention to other parts of my body, I feel similar things there as well. I’ve never had heart problems,and my blood pressure and heart rate is low, so I’ve tried not to worry too much about it. I’m going to ask the doctor when I go this week, however, just to be sure.

It’s really a frustrating part of GD to have to figure out what’s a real problem and what’s not.

Emily

[ely2009]

in reply to: Is it "just" GD…. #1072211

That’s my hope – thanks for the encouragement.

[ely2009]

in reply to: Don’t understand PTU dosing!! Frustrated!!! #1072204

I’m new to GD so I don’t have advice to offer about PTU.

I do, however, TOTALLY understand your first paragraph. Those words have come out my mouth – almost EXACTLY the same. I am a strong believer in prayer so i will certainly say one for you – for your emotional and physical health. Sometimes that’s all we can do, which is very frustrating. I too believe that life after death is a great thing, but not now – in 50 years after my children are grown and I’ve lived a full life. I am 36 with 2 children, ages 5 and 9.

Take care,
Emily

[ely2009]

in reply to: Is it "just" GD…. #1072209

It does help. In my pre-hyperthyroid mind I wouldn’t have been all-consumed by this. I miss that person. ” title=”Smile” />
This is the first health problem I’ve ever had – and it’s very overwhelming.

Thanks for your undertanding.

[ely2009]

in reply to: Another new member #1072686

I did go to an opthamoloist and was diagnosed with TED. He said I have dryness (no kidding) and mild retraction. He said he’d see me in a year – does that seem too long to wait for a check-up? I know there’s nothing to do to avoid progression, but 1 year seems like a long time to me.

Also, I have headaches almost constantly. Could that be related to the beta-blocker or methimazole? I guess it could be my ear issue too – I’m still waiting for my ENT appointment.

Thanks for all the great posts on this site – they really help us newbies. This is the most frustrating thing I’ve ever dealt with. i feel like I have NO CONTROL!!!

[ely2009]

in reply to: Another new member #1072684

I do not think I have TED. I have an appoinment scheduled with an opthamologist. The only symptom I have is dry eyes – but they’ve been that way for years – I’ve worn contacts for more than 20 years.

I do have an appt. scheduled with an ENT also, so we’ll see what he says. I origally saw my GP in January beacuse of my ears. So I guess I’m thankful to have caught the GD in it’s early stages, even if it has nothing to do with my ear pressure.

Thanks,
Emily

[ely2009]

in reply to: Another new member #1072682

Thanks Dianne.

I’m still trying to figure out what’s GD or if it could be something else. I had an appt. scheduled with an ENT doc, but had to cancel it.

I don’t know whether to just be patient and see if it goes away or if I should reschedule my appt. I’ve only been on my meds about a week. I know it’s really early to see results.

Emily

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