Hypothyroid, training and fatigue question
Hi Ladies,
I know a few of you are also hypothyroid and I wanted some feedback. This is the first time I'm training since being diagnosed. My Doc and I have finally settled on a dosage of synthroid that had been helping. However, when I started training the fatigue has gotten worse. I was in to get checked a week and a half ago, but haven't heard back yet. Some days I'm just so tired. I've had mornings where I work out and am cratered for the rest of the day. I'm starting to struggle between forcing the workout, or resting so I know I'll be able to function later in the day.
Any thoughts or experience with this?
0
Comments
I'm hypo - have been on 112mcg of Synthroid since having both boys (that's a high dose for my weight, which is usually 118 +/-2lbs). Prior to that my TSH was good on about 88mcg...
Without going into exhaustive detail and in the interest of getting this to you ASAP, I have three thoughts:
#1 - Does your endo treat strictly thyroid disorders, or is s/he a "general" endo who treats diabetics, etc, as well? I've had MUCH more luck with an endo who treats only thyroid disorders - especially early on when I was first diagnosed and the American Academy of Clinical Endocrinologist had just updated the "normal" ranges - there are still labs and docs who haven't caught up with this and aren't familiar with the more narrow range of "normal."
#2 - Have you had a Free T3 test done? It's possible that your body isn't converting the synthetic T4 into the active/used form of T3, and you might need to supplement with T3.
#3 - Are you taking BRAND??? Most people (and apparently even some research) will tell you Synthroid is one of those few medications that it's super important to take brand name. I've felt terrible on Levothyroxine, as has my mom.
Hope this is helpful - have to go pick up the kiddos or I could go on forever!!! GOOD LUCK!!!
Oh - P.S. - how are your B12 levels???
Thanks for your response. Here are my thoughts:
1) He does thyroid and some other Endo issues but isn't taking any more diabetes patients. He works with a lot of athletes including the Nike team. When I was first diagnosed, I took the tests from my other doctor to him. The tests showed I was in the "normal" range. He looked at them and said, "of course you're hyopthyroid!" Great point though about being sure you are working with the right person.
2) I haven't asked about the T3. I will.
3) Yes, I'm using Synthroid. I've heard the same thing. Scary!
4) I'll ask if they are checking B12.
Thanks for your help!