Today at lunch I called to find out the results of my bloodwork from Monday.
As expected, my TSH (thyroid) was not in the normal range. I asked what my number was .... 15!! Normal range is something like .03 - 5.0.
This is what happens when you are off your thyroid meds for nearly six months (I had *some* meds, but they were all over the place as far as mcg level, plus I only took those every other day to try to stretch them out as long as possible ...)
This news explains so much about how I've been feeling the past few months esp. Brain fog, fatigue, depression, anxiety, dry skin ... go on and on and check, check, check!
I picked up my new prescription after work today and will start taking it tomorrow morning. It'll take 5 or 6 weeks for the effect to really take place. I'm looking forward to it!! (It was $36! I wonder if I can up my FSA contribution ...)
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Thanks again for all the moral support yesterday. I am feeling much better today about life, etc.
Wow! Surprising news from doc
December 18th, 2014 at 12:00 am
December 18th, 2014 at 12:33 am 1418862815
it.
Hope your unpleasant symptoms reduce bit by bit daily. At least you know the cause which likely helps your self image. Sending wishes for a healthy, happy holiday
December 18th, 2014 at 12:40 am 1418863237
I have one refill on this scrip, and a follow up bloodwork appt in February to see if any adjustments need to be made.
December 18th, 2014 at 12:43 am 1418863394
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December 19th, 2014 at 01:05 am 1418951117
Just a heads up, an insurance company switched me years ago to the generic, Levothyroxine, and I've had no problems with the switch. It was definitely cheaper than the brand name, and while I can't recall exactly how much it cost me without insurance, it was less than $20 for a 30 day supply.
December 19th, 2014 at 01:49 am 1418953761
Liz - Wow! It is amazing how fast the number can go up like that isn't? I've had the pharmacy try to put me on generics before - every time I get a new scrip I have to watch with eagle eyes to make sure they *don't* give me the generic. I know the generic would be cheaper, but to me it's worth paying a little bit more for the assurance of the brand - everything I've read tells me for *this* brand is just ..safer.
If how I'm feeling after one day on my meds is any indication, I have the feeling my dosage will be lowered. Headache, major nausea ...etc.