[HyperLee2]

in reply to: Muscle Cramps #1181709

Muscle weakness definitely in the upper arms and my thighs, many years now. I think it depends on the amount of muscle mass you lost when Hyperthyroid, it takes a long time to gain that muscle mass back. I feel way weaker physically than I did before getting Grave’s disease.

[HyperLee2]

in reply to: Newly diagnosed with Graves #1181470

Hi Shell,
and Welcome!!
I also have Grave’s and am currently Hypo, due to the thyroid burning itself out, so I am told. (haven’t been on meds in many months, and haven’t had RAI either) Don’t know about you, but I would chose HypO over Hyper anytime!!!! Although I complain of being cold, and slightly tired, I much prefer HypO. One thing I can tell you is that I have been dealing with Grave’s for over 6 years, is that you learn to take well advantage and are grateful for the periods in which you are feeling well. I live in the middle part of the USA, and love it here!! Welcoming having medical insurance here after many years of being denied coverage due to this “pre-existing condition”

[HyperLee2]

in reply to: How Did Everyone know there was something Critically wrong with their health? #1181122

I knew that something was seriously wrong when I began losing 8 pounds a week (for a grand total of 80 pounds in about 4 months) Also, had major amounts of Anxiety, despite increasing exercise and activity. My other sign was breaking out frequently with hives (so not fun), developed food sensitivities and allergies. I knew then that something was really wrong.
Misdiagnosed about 5 times before getting the Graves diagnosis confirmed….It was a rough time in my life.

[HyperLee2]

in reply to: Is ATD a temporary method to treat Graves? #1181670

I continue to treat GD with anti-thyroid medications, off and on for the past six years. Go on for several months (PTU, then Methimazole) then go into Remission (which is so Great!!) for up to 2 years at a time. Now it seems after six years, my thyroid seems to be “burning out.” Picking ATD’s to treat Graves has had it’s ups and downs….It has been a roller coaster ride. With some smiles, and lots of tears during the active disease times. Frustrating, but I just don’t feel like RAI was or is right for me.

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