Seeking Advice for a Growing Lump on Thigh

I have some sort of lump on my upper outer thigh that has been bothering me. it recently started changing shape/or getting bigger. What type of doctor would I go to for this?

Struggling to Lose Belly Fat Despite Exercise

How do I lose belly fat? No matter how much I exercise, I can't lose it or tone it.

Where are you from?

Hi, just curious where in the world we're all from. I'll start I'm from Birmingham in the UK. (In order to keep everyone safe, & to abide by the spirit of Alike's guideline number 5, probably best we only publicly disclose the nearest city, just to be extra careful heh!)

Hypothyroidism and Weight Loss Struggles

Struggling to lose any weight with hypothyroid

Understanding Hashimotos Disease and Hypothyroidism

So, I'm a little confused about Hashimotos disease for real, the way I perceived it was that it eventually led to hypothyroidism. So then I am wondering, is Hashimotos a separate disease and if so what exactly is it and how is it different from hypothyroidism. I guess I'm also just in general wondering what Hashimotos even means.

How's Life Treating You?

Hows life treating you?

Struggling with fatigue after increasing levothyroxine dose

I've been on 75mg of levothyroxine for 10 days now was on 50mg before (3 years ish) the fatigue is so bad every morning I wake up exhausted whether I have had 7hrs or even 9/10hrs sleep but also been suffering with insomnia too. how long does it take for a new dose to adjust levels? can't keep feeling like this :(

Struggling with Thyroid Medication

hey y'all, newly diagnosed, struggling with medications. When I started taking levothyroxine I had hives and severe stomach pain, then when they put me on the name brand I started having bouts of vertigo. Endo says it's not the meds but who just randomly gets hives and vertigo?? idk, I've stopped taking either to see if the vertigo goes away.

Parenting with Fibromyalgia and Hypothyroidism: Tips Needed

with having fibromyalgia and hypothyroidism and single parent any tips how to keep up with toddler or keep motivated that your not a horrible parent cause can't keep up everything

Looking for advice on switching medication from Levothyroxine

has anyone switched to another medication from levothyroxine that made them feel better because levothyroxine makes me sick.?

How to Take Thyroid Meds When Eating All Day Long?

does anyone else here eat all day long, like bites here and there, until dinner (we calling it eating like a bird) how do you take your thyroid meds when you eat like this? I know we aren't supposed to eat a certain amount of time before and after the meds, and that they are best taken in the morning, so I'm just wondering how to take them when I have to eat throughout the day or I get hangry. TIA......asked my endo 2 years ago with no help.

Looking for advice on weight loss with PCOS and binge eating disorder

Hey everybody… I have PCOS but also binge eating disorder/ disordered eating and I’m trying to find a way to healthfully loose weight. I’m thinking of Noom. Has anyone tried it?

Struggling with Hypothyroidism and Suspected ADHD

Hello, I've very recently been diagnosed with hypothyroidism and am still experiencing a fair few symptoms whilst we figure out the correct med dosage. I also suspect I have undiagnosed ADHD (my sister has been diagnosed with it & the more research I do on it, the more it explains how olive my life/view the world). I am finding it difficult to keep on top of everything, especially as I also have 2 young children. Hoping the thyroid medication will help me feel a bit more like my old self so I can get on with life a bit.

Losing Weight with Hypothyroidism: Need Help!

Has anyone been successful in losing weight with hypothyroidism ? I am doing intermittent fasting, but seeing extremely low rate of weight loss and feel like demotivated. Please suggest supplements for thyroid and boosting metabolism, and tips for weight loss 🙁

Living a Healthy Life with Thyroid Condition: Tips and Tricks

How to live a healthy lifestyle with a thyroid condition?

Struggling to Cook and Clean with Thyroid Issues and Depression

I'm not sure whether the thyroid issue or my depression make it harder to cook at home or clean up. I get off work and finish running all my errands and taking care of my family and I'm exhausted, but know I need to eat, but then also don't have the oomph to clean my kitchen from the night before. which then makes it hard to cook again cause it's so exhausting. I'm trying to eat healthier, but it's a vicious circle of exhaustion. does anyone else deal with this and how do you handle it?

Dealing with Anxiety and Depression

Lately I have been dealing with major anxiety and depression, I’m hoping to hear back from an endocrinologist later today so I can make an appointment that will help me to figure out if my thyroid medication needs to be stronger and if it’s the reason for my anxiety and depression to be all crazy right now. If it’s not my thyroid, hopefully I can figure out what it is that’s causing these issues.

Dealing with Hypothyroidism in Cold Weather

Hey there all, I live in Georgia and fall weather has finally arrived. with the change in temperature I have been miserably cold. I have always been more hyperthyroidism than hypothyroidism but here lately my levels are leaning towards hypo. my body temperature is 95 - 96 on average and it feels like I have the flu. Anyone have any tips tricks or suggestions on how to combat this issue? Anything helps!!

Alternative Methods for Thyroid Medicine Symptoms

I ve been taking Levi thyroid medicine for last 23 years and I still get the symptoms . What is alternative method to heal this problem

Struggling with Hypothyroidism and Weight Loss

ever since I developed hypothyroidism, I've been having a hard time managing my weight. my meds are working but I just can't seem to get back in shape. I think it's due to my diet and physical activity but I need some advice for thyroid specific