Side effects after Thryoid removed

I was a very active person not until my thyroid removed 2 years ago. I had some few Nodules in my thyroid. I saw this specialist endo. He did some scan and blood test but did not give me any medication just to try to shrink it. He instead asked me to go back after 3 months for further check-up. But then I did not wait till my appointment as I was really suffering. Couldn't sleep and swallow as I felt there was a huge ball stuck inside my throat. He suggested to have total thyroidectomy and the only side effects are lifetime medications which is not a big deal to me. So the operation happened without doing biopsy prior operation. My first year after operation was OK but then all symptoms started to come out and suffering till now. My new Dr. found out that I have Adrenal Insufficiency (Low Cotisol); High Insulin and some other hormones like testosterone, DHEA, aldesterone which they are bellow normal range. She said some of those symptoms contribute for not having thyroid. My point is these would have not happened if my thyroid is still intact or at least leave 1/2 of it and not removing all.

So for those of you who suffers from thyroid nodules, pls. find a good doctor and it is always good to have a second opinion from others and educate yourself about the symptoms.

Sorry to hear that, but your doctor is partially right, all of your symptoms are a result of not having a thyroid. Thyroid gland is an important part of the body's regulatory systems, infact this is known as the thermostat of the body. As indicated by the fact that you have to be on lifelong medication, which is there to do some of the things that your now missing gland is suppose to do.


But because the gland operates based on need and responds to hour to hour changes in your body; your medications cannot do that at the same exact rate, so you will have both fair and bad days.


The best you can do is to aim to have a very regular day to day existence, do your best to avoid excessive stress, bad food, too much travel, no regular sleep, processed sugar.


Weight gain is another issue that you may have to deal with, i think you should join a forum or find people with similar issues to discuss what works, what doesn't and anything new that comes in that line. Such ties will also work well to keep you motivated and in a positive state of mind.


Good luck

Thanks accelbody. You are right there are some days that I could not go out specially when it is very hot and cannot stay indoor when the A/C is too cold. My current dr. mentioned to me to sue my previous dr for negligence but it will be too much hassle and cannot get my thyroid back! He is a well known endo here in Hong Kong and apparently from what I have heard from his previous patient that he is very quick to decide for removal of thyroid even if it is not cancerous. I wonder if I can just go back to him and ask him why he did not explain to me the consequences for not having thyroid..

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MX,


Sorry to hear that. Have you consulted a lawyer for legal actions yet? I'm thinking perhaps we can also look at making you feel better from now on.


What was your doctor's advice in terms of diet and exercise to improve your health and hormones imbalance? Weight gain is usually an issue resulted from both hypothyroidism and thyroid removal. You might also feel tired due to the high insulin and low HGH.


Diet wise, you can try to cut out sugar, eat fairly low carbs, moderate protein and fat diet to control insulin (as both carbs and protein stimulate insulin production). Also try to do high intensity exercise once to twice a week to stimulate HGH (DHEA) production.


Your well-being is the most important.


Joey

Thanks Joey. I have not consulted any lawyers yet, I do not know If I should pursue it for financial reason. I cannot do exercise this time because of my poor adrenal. It is a horrible feeling whenever I crash specially after eating sugary/starchy food. My new Dr now is been very good, and he's not even an endo just specializes in Hormones. Now, I have to be very careful foodwise. . I make sure that i eat only low GI (Glycemic Index) even if I'm not a diabetec. The sad thing is I have to do blood test monthly making sure that all of my medications are in correct dosage. I have been taking tones of supplements too and have joined support group to educate myself about this condition. This is a psychological and financial challenge for me. I can't even go out to the beach with my kids. That dr. really ruined my life.

mx,


Has your doctor recommended you to take magnesium? You can take a look on this website for some supplementation reference - http://chriskresser.com/paleo-diet-challenges-solutions-iii-stop-energy-dips-cravings.


I understand about the energy crash condition so perhaps you need to focus on getting your carbohydrates from mainly vegetable. You can also try to add some good fats when eating carbs to slow down the insulin release too. Also be careful if you consume low-fat or non-fat dairy since both of them are highly insulinogenic (ref. http://www.marksdailyapple.com/dairy-insulin/#axzz2g0Qc5VN5)


You might have to take medication but if you can get your eating and lifestyle right, slowly and surely you will regain good health.


Re suing the other doctor, ask your friends and family for their advice, since they always have your best interest in heart.


J