Thank you Denise for such an open minded article on hormone replacement! It is nice to see words written that emphasize what the manufactures say, and not just opinion of the writer.
As someone with Hashimoto's, switching types of medication not only made a big difference for me, but also brought about the best surprise any woman could imagine. My first son :)
As a hypothyroid sufferer, and advocate for thyroid patients, it is important to get all the facts out there so that thyroid patients can determine which medication is best for them based on how they feel. Since no two people are alike, it is great to let them know there are medication options out there. It may take some time to find which one works best FOR YOU, at which dose, but in the end it is worth it to finally find your own euthroid state.
For some, synthetic medications work best. For others, trying different medications may make a world of difference.
For anyone who is having a problem trying the different medications due to refusal of the doctor, here is a link to help get you started. http://thyroid.about.com/cs/thyroiddrugs/l/blletter.htm
Unfortunately in this country some in the medical community are not always eager to try "new" approaches, so communicating with your doctor what your wishes are and trying to work with them instead of against them can make a big difference.
The biggest point here is to try different approaches until you find the one that works for you!
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Thank you Denise for such an open minded article on hormone replacement! It is nice to see words written that emphasize what the manufactures say, and not just opinion of the writer.
As someone with Hashimoto's, switching types of medication not only made a big difference for me, but also brought about the best surprise any woman could imagine. My first son :)
As a hypothyroid sufferer, and advocate for thyroid patients, it is important to get all the facts out there so that thyroid patients can determine which medication is best for them based on how they feel. Since no two people are alike, it is great to let them know there are medication options out there. It may take some time to find which one works best FOR YOU, at which dose, but in the end it is worth it to finally find your own euthroid state.
For some, synthetic medications work best. For others, trying different medications may make a world of difference.
For anyone who is having a problem trying the different medications due to refusal of the doctor, here is a link to help get you started. http://thyroid.about.com/cs/thyroiddrugs/l/blletter.htm
Unfortunately in this country some in the medical community are not always eager to try "new" approaches, so communicating with your doctor what your wishes are and trying to work with them instead of against them can make a big difference.
The biggest point here is to try different approaches until you find the one that works for you!
Thanks again!
Auntlello1
December 23, 2011 - 12:34pmThis Comment
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