Intro and thyroid question

[joy]

Hi Maci! If you aren't ready to jump into all the testing and whatnot, then you are free to just keep on on your own, of course. Are you breastfeeding your daughter? That can mess with your cycles and ovulation.

How elevated was your T4? What was your TSH and T3? I'm hypothyroid (underactive) so I have to take replacement thyroid hormones to make sure I have enough energy. There is no anti-thyroid medication (that I'm aware of) so it's possible that there is no intervention for elevated T4.

I do know that having a very overactive thyroid (very depressed TSH, elevated T3/T4) is a serious disorder that needs attention as it will cause your body to lose weight, have rapid heartbeat, and anxiety. But, it doesn't sound like that's happening with you right now. Talk to your doctor.

Best of luck!

[Deleted]

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[icequeen]

Hi! Good luck at your appointment and I hope you figure out the issues with your thyroid. I know it must be frustrating. Hang in there and you are always welcome here.

[cnf2013]

Welcome and good luck!

[GoBigOrGoGnome]

Welcome!

[jennby]

Welcome & GL!

[daisy818]

Welcome and GL! I totally understand not wanting to just jump right into treatment and just trying on your own for a little while, at least to see if your cycles will become more regular with a bit more time.

[Sparkly]

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[risscaboobs]

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[housecarder]

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[getzystark]

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[♪♫choppinbroccoli♫♪]

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[teambrink]

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[BurritosAtEveryMeal]

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[lilsneezy]

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[lemoncupcake]

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[Unknown]

Feb 23, 2015 16:14:33 GMT -5 12345 said:

Feb 23, 2015 15:55:00 GMT -5 joy said:

Hi Maci! If you aren't ready to jump into all the testing and whatnot, then you are free to just keep on on your own, of course. Are you breastfeeding your daughter? That can mess with your cycles and ovulation.

How elevated was your T4? What was your TSH and T3? I'm hypothyroid (underactive) so I have to take replacement thyroid hormones to make sure I have enough energy. There is no anti-thyroid medication (that I'm aware of) so it's possible that there is no intervention for elevated T4.

I do know that having a very overactive thyroid (very depressed TSH, elevated T3/T4) is a serious disorder that needs attention as it will cause your body to lose weight, have rapid heartbeat, and anxiety. But, it doesn't sound like that's happening with you right now. Talk to your doctor.

Best of luck!

Thanks. I did breastfeed, but we are no longer BF. Actually, one reason (not the only reason) we weaned early was to TTC #2. My FT4 was 2.1 ng (reference range .8 - 1.7). I'm not sure if this means it's only slightly elevated or if it is something to be concerned about. So far, other tests including prolactin are normal. If all tests come back normal, I think I'll continue to try on our own for a bit!

Welcome! I would think your dr would want to keep an eye on your levels, but your T4 isn't very elevated. I have Graves' disease, and even when my TSH is normal I always have a slightly elevated T4. (ETA: as long as my TSH is w/in normal range and I have no symptoms my dr isn't concerned w/ a slightly elevated T4) Symptoms are very important when deciding to treat even if you are diagnosed w/ hyperthyroidism, dr will check for hand shaking, increased heart rate, and weight loss. 

[lovegrilledcheese]

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[URMySunshine77]

Welcome and good luck to you!

[thelittleredm]

Welcome! I hope your test results come back normal and your doctor is unconcerned about the elevated T4

[mill23]

Welcome! I don't have any advice but wish you luck TTC.

[Unknown]

Feb 24, 2015 9:47:59 GMT -5 12345 said:

It is hard for me to know whether I have symptoms or not. I've lost weight, but I also just had a baby 10 months ago. I actually lost the weight real fast, but I credited breastfeeding. The reason I called my OB was because of the lack of cycle and just feeling off. I definitely have had problems sleeping and had some anxiety lately. But I don't think I've been shaky and my weight loss hasn't been completely abnormal i.e. I havent lost too much. I down a bit (5 to 10 pounds) from my pre-pregnancy weight, but I was higher than I wanted to be when I got pregnant. The fertility treatments I did for DD1 caused me to gain some wight. I will definitely ask about this during my appt in March if my OB does not call before then!

I'd mention these things and ask for repeat blood work in 4 weeks to see where you are at. One of the biggest concern for hyperthyroidism is your heart rate, so make sure that is being monitored, and if you feel like your heart is racing you should call your dr ASAP. Over all tough I wouldn't worry at the moment, your levels are fine, but since the T4 is slightly elevated just worth keeping an eye out. Also, have they run your ANA or TSI? The most usual cause of hyperthyroidism is Graves Disease, and these additional antibody tests can determine if you have an autoimmune response going on. 

[westisleflower]

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[leah2489]

Welcome and good luck!