u/staywickedlost

I got a new PCM who wrote me a prescription for Tirosint after explaining that I was still feeling hypo on Synthroid. My TSH was jumping all over the place, my menstrual cycle is irregular, hair is falling out and very brittle, skin is flaky and dry, etc.

I’ve been scouring Reddit for testimonials because I’m scared that Tirosint is going to cause weight gain or give me hyper symptoms. I remember how terrible I felt when increasing my Synthroid dose and am worried about experiencing that again. Regardless, I am excited to try a medication that doesn’t have any fillers.

Id love to hear your experiences!

I’m not asking for medical advice, but I’m just at a loss right now since I feel unsupported by my doctor and I’m going through a vicious flare up right now.

The past few months I’ve been feeling more and more depressed and have finally decided to reach back out for psychiatric help. But I just can’t seem to pinpoint any specific reason why I would feel THIS badly. It feels chemical. I recently went back in for bloodwork because on top of feeling depressed, my thyroid has felt a bit painful but mostly very tight and swollen. I mentioned this at my physical, but my PCM didn’t even react.

I take 75mcg of Synthroid and have been on it for years, but I’m beginning to think that maybe this medication isn’t working for me anymore.

My bloodwork results came back as follows:

Anti-thyroid Peroxidase: 454

Thyroglobulin Antibody: >1,000

TSH: 2.17

My hair is still thin, extremely brittle, and I am just forcing myself to do basic hygiene and chores to function. I’m in the process of trying to find a new PCM in my area, but everyone is booked out for 4-6 months.

What can I do to get through this flare? Ive never had my throat feel tight like this before and I’m worried it won’t go away. Again, I know you guys aren’t doctors, but I’d love some support and testimonials.