Anyone here have hyper- or hypothyroidism? or an other endocrine gland disorder?

Question

I need to interview someone with an endocrine gland disorder for my anatomy physiology class, so if someone wouldn't mind answering a few questions that would be awesome!

1. What is it like living with this disorder, limits/challenges

2. what are your symptoms

3. What kind of treatment/medication are you receiving.

Thanks so much guys!

Answer 1

Hi:  I have hypothyrodism.  Before I was diagnosed I was frequently constipated and my feet and hands were always cold.  My baseline T3 showed a lower TSH but nothing to be alarmed at.  

I didn't want to go the pharma route, so I take a natural supplement to help.  This condition is hereditary.  My mom and sister both have thyroid problems.  I hope this helps!