[kathyz]

in reply to: newby and questions about methimazole #1066078

Thanks all!

Ski — On the advice of my naturopath, I’ve been taking a supplement called Moducare by Thorne Research. Here’s how it’s described:

"People with allergy and asthma symptoms, as well as numerous other immune-related health challenges, often demonstrate an imbalance T-helper cell response, with an overabundance of TH2 activity and reduced TH1 activity. The proprietary blend of plant sterols and sterolins in Moducare has been shown to act as an immune adaptogen, helping support a normal, balanced Th1/Th2 response."

Are you suggesting I get off the Moducare? I’m getting frustrated because of the conflicting information I’m getting. (I’m also zen about my frustration ” title=”Wink” /> )

It’s good to hear that an endocrinologist suggested that staying on the methimazole might be okay for some. I’ll make sure to get my liver and WBC tested, too. Right now I’m on 10 mg of the stuff 2x a day, but I just started and I’ve got an appt with my endo in two months. Do you guys know the presenting endocrinologist’s name? I’d love to look him/her up.

All my best!!

kathy

[kathyz]

in reply to: newby and questions about methimazole #1066074

Hello everyone,

Thanks for your hearty replies. I was diagnosed before I had symptoms, so yes…I didn’t take it as seriously as I should. I have the prescription for the Meth, and I’m going to take it. I tried to go the natural route, but as you all have stated, it didn’t work. My plan is to take the meth, get my body in optimal shape and then hope that when I get off, I’ll stay in remission.

In the meantime, I’m going to approach this disease as a gift. It has come to me for a reason, and I think it might have to do with how much pressure I put on myself. As a PhD student, it’s hard to avoid stress. But I *can* learn how to manage the stress better, and I plan to.

I have a question for Kimberly…how is it that you’re on methamizole for 2.5 years? I’ve been reading that one shouldn’t stay on it for longer than 2 years. What happens if you do?

Thanks everyone! I’m blessed to have found you guys!

Best,
Kathy

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