[jetskichic77]

in reply to: Effects of RAI #1067722

Hi,

I was diagnosed with Graves over a year ago.. I could not tolerate the PTU, due to leg cramps and swelling. I switched Endo’s and now see a specialist in Boston, MA. I was off all meds for some time while I searched for a new doctor, and when I saw her, she has put me now on Methimazole and has asked me to see her again in six weeks so we can discuss RAI treatment. Since starting this new medicine, I feel better than I have in years, so I am fearful also of having this treatment done as I havent really given oral meds a chance. However, I have noticed in the last few weeks that one of my eyes is starting to appear more "open" than the other, and I dont know whether that’s due to the graves, or the new medicine.. I certainly do not want the bulging eyes, or the weight gain.. So, I wonder what is the best treatment for me.. I know its all indivudual, but very very scary. I have heard the meds cause you to gain weight, lose weight, and all this information is overhwhelming!!!

[jetskichic77]

in reply to: Endo asked about Charlie Horses?? #1072308

I began having these Charley Horse leg cramps right after I was diagnosed, a year ago and put onto PTU. I have asked my endo each and every time I see her if it could be related to the hyperthyroid or to the meds.. She tells me no. I never had these before meds, but it helps at night if I stretch out before I go to bed. Good luck, its a horrible pain to awake to!

[jetskichic77]

in reply to: Terrible feeling of cold and sweating at nigh #1073982

I have been taking PTU for a year. I am 43 years old and ready to scream. I have gone from hyper to hypo and I cannot seem to get regulated. I am in the process of switching doctors, and while I do not have stomach problems, I am frozen 24/7, and do the same at night that you reported. I go to bed freezing and wake up soaked.

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