Hello,
Yes. When I was in my acute hyperthyroid stage and newly diagnosed (which was only 4 months ago), I could not think. I could not find words to speak and I had anxiety that was through the roof. I am also employed in a high stress demanding profession and when I was not achieving at my desired level, it made me so much more anxious which made my sx worse. It was a vicious cycle. I always say that atenolol saved my life.
I never had any issues with my immunity when I started my meds, but I have the immunity of a cinder block since I’ve been in Health care for so long. Since your body is stressed and your WBC can lower, then it does make you more susceptible to viruses.
I am now back to my old self, only 4 months later. I am not even on remission yet, but I can tell you that your thoughts and achieving status will come back. Don’t beat yourself up like I did. If you can, tell your boss you are sick. Try to take some time for yourself. No job is worth extra stress. Stress leads to other problems.
I hope this helps you!
