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Dr Sten I have being watching your videos and love all of them, I have a question related to Keto, I started keto diet 2 weeks ago but I am suffering with constipation and when I can get my bowel moving it is a very dark stool can you tell me what I can do please, I am doing keto to improve my health I also have thyroid, hypothyroidism problem and have to take a tablet everyday for more than 3 years now.
Just thought I would add this FYI. After much research I found it to be my gallbladder was compacted with fat stones as well as my liver. One day my blood preassure was 73/27. I could have died. I did not want my gallbladder removed and if I had gone to the emergency room I would have next been sent to the opperating table. Instead I did a liver and gallbaladder flush 3,000 stones came out in my first flush and my blood preassure went up. It was not yet normal but it gained 20/20. After approx. 3 to 4 flushes BP was almost normal. After 7 flushes it was back to normal and now I'm on my 9th flush over the past year. So mine was caused by a fatty liver/gallbladder from eating too many carbs such as breads, chips, crackers, beer and cookies. Sugar also helped this. Also note I never gained weight. I'm 51 and lok 35 and athletic build. I hope this helps somebody out there.
I didn't notice but if it was there I wouldn't have been able to concentrate so i agree! Thank u doctor as I've adult bad ADD and I get distracted by music easily!!!
@@tkk246 Not true. I've been to so many docs and once they test my thyroid and it comes back within normal numbers, they never take it any further. I have all of these other symptoms but they look at you like you are just self-diagnosing and don't believe them. Over it.
@@nicolegreen2863 well if your levels are normal you haven't got a problem with your thyroid hun. These symptoms can be attributed to many other problems. This doctor isn't telling you that you have a thyroid problem, he's informing people who have these symptoms about what it COULD be. Go back to your doctor and tell them you want to get a full blood count to find out why you're having these symptoms.
So all your medically trained doctors are wrong and this man,who's not a trained doctor or trained nutritionist, is right? He is exclusively holding all medical knowledge? Hardly. He may explain more than others, but if his information was valid other doctors would be sharing that with patients too. From what I see, his information is in large part what doctors share, but in a shortened form.
I had hypo thyroid past 5. I reversed it to normal by eating seafood every other day for an entire 6 weeks. I was diligent and fully tired of seafood after that. I told my doctor what I did and how I changed the numbers. He had not one word to say to me. He wanted to put me on medication. I am so glad I did my research.
, I still eat seafood but not as much when I was trying to change my numbers. I eat it at least weekly. Sometimes twice a week. That has been enough to keep it in a normal range.
I only wish I knew before that my thyroid would quit with medication. I said I was tired he just gave my medicine. It’s been 10 years so not confident it will work for me. Don’t know if it’s safe to try. Doctors have been no help to me.
The doctors that spent time educating the people for free is noble, they have a good heart to reach out people. Thank you for the effort of featuring any important health issue here in You Tube. God bless you.
Very good presentation. Thanks a lot. I made some notes for Hypothyroid as below so that it can be quickly read through. Hypothyroid: Diagnosed by testing TSH. TSH range: (0.5-5) Optimum range (1.8-- 2.5 --3.0) Symptons 1. Temperature: feels cold. 2. Metabolism: weigh gain. 3. Hair, corse hair, hair loss 4. Bowel: constipation 5. Mood: depression, poor focus and memory. 6. Goiter: fat neck. 7. Skin, dry skin, rough, coarse 8. Swollen puffy eyes 9. Energy: fatigue, no energy made 10. Heart rate: bradycardia 50-60 bpm range. Cause 1. Iodine deficiency 2. Hashimoto’s autoimmune desease. (Diagonosed by test: TPOAb and TgAb) Reason for it: • Leaky gut. Cause: Allergy; antibiotics/NSAIDs; Sugar/allergens/lectins; alcohol; Stress; Processed foods. 3. Tumor Treatment Iodine, Synthroid, armour etc.
I’ve been hypothyroid for 25 years, took my Dr over a year to diagnose!!! I was so I’ll at this point I could hardly stand, my Dr insisted I was depressed… I gained 2 stone in weight, went to bed with layers of clothes on because I was sooo cold. My eyebrows disappeared and I had think hard skin in my knees, I could barely function …. I changed my Dr !!!
Thank you for sharing your story-what a journey you've been through! It's frustrating how often symptoms of hypothyroidism are overlooked or misdiagnosed. I'm so glad you took charge and changed your doctor. It’s a powerful reminder to always advocate for our health!
what helps me a lot is taking iodine drops in the morning on an empty stomach, 16 drops in a glass of water. whenever I stop taking iodine I go backwards with energy and concentration.
I'm having a thyroidectomy in 3 days. I have papillary thyroid carcinoma. I'm going to be 48 years old. I'm nervous, but I want to be around for a long time so it's worth it.
@@musiclyricluver9855 why bother? Your still gonna die later down from who knows what my ol motto I’m here for a fun time not a long time as man as humans we are dooming our planet a lot faster now.
I got all 3 tests on my last bloodwork and I'm good, my wife though is hypo, failing all these tests, T3 and T4 was not needed though to tell she has a problem.
Been asking for proper testing in Canada, still not happening 🧐 Simply don’t want to, not lucrative or cost effective. That would regulate a lot of metabolic issues wouldn’t it? Thank you so much.
Yes, you may not need to test all to see that there’s a problem, but you need to keep testing all the top treat effectively. I have to supplement a lot of T3 not just the typical T4. This is often overlooked.
its sad all the best doctors are on youtube, the world has been cursed to a point we can no longer trust the mainstream heath system meanwhile thats the most accessible..this Doc needs a gold medal
Doctors are being bought off by big pharma. Plus they are hundreds of thousands of dollars in debt from going to school. They pack the schedule so full with patients you're lucky to get ten minutes with them.
@@JamesSmith-pc6bh I love this doctor.. Excellent in explaining the role of the organs in our body in an understandable way.. Plus knows how food can be used to heal our issues... US physicians know little about food benefits and how to use food to heal our body...
@@carolecoffman4276 yeah they don't teach that in medical school. Dad's food pyramid is wrong in alot of ways, the worst is wheat. It's not advantageous for them to recommend not eating wheat. They probably know that it's bad for us.
He has good points on the science but makes agenda driven conclusions a bit too much. Also you could argue a pshycho has also been described with the same terms 🤣 but yea he takes his time and doesn’t blast through the topics 👍🏻
@@glockgrandma2517 No surely not to slow. I'm sure he already teaches, but he would make a really great teacher or many things, direct and easy to understand. I have an over active thyroid. Did the Iodine, for me it didn't really work so got left on Carbimazole. I have an enlarged thyroid with goiter and nodules. My thyroid went out of control from the shock of losing my mum 17 years ago Only found out about it when my body started mimicking Lymphoma, which doctors thought I had but all tests negative, but they did find the over active thyroid.
Wow, glad I found this. I got tested and my result was .75 and my doctor shrugged and said it's fine. I have a very hard time losing weight, have signs of insulin resistance, and now I see why.
Same. I’ve been having this issue for years, plus the other symptoms associated with this condition. 😔 I think going to a doctor, and complaining about these issues will be pointless, I’m afraid. I feel stuck and out of options.
Thank you ..I was diagnosed 50 years ago..hypothyroid..@ 17 years old ..now @ 75my hair is falling out. I started iodine drops 3months ago!!! ...my nails & skin have improved 😊 ❤❤❤❤
thank you very informative for me since my thyroid was removed in 2008 and it was cancerous but to years ago my endocrinologist said that i am cancer free now and thank God that i am cancer free
I like how this doctor address issues to the bottom and give suggestions to look into the root cause rather than telling to take meds to treat the symptoms like ur local doctors👌🏼
i dont get it, why are you talk about Ego? not all docs have Ego so why to even mention it? Is it because someone is better educated and smarter than us? that's not Ego, that's a fact.
Doc, you are amazing! I’ve had Hashimoto for 30 years now, and it’s only since my daughter became a naturopathe that I started addressing allergies and leaky gut. That’s 3 years ago, and I feel so much better. I am now getting my daily Elthyrone dose adjusted. Thank you SO MUCH for making people aware of the importance in treating the core issue!
@@BeccaBean2020 How very sweet of you to share that information, thank you. It’s very interesting, I think I’m on the right path to getting better. Have a lovely day, Elisabeth
Hi, You are so lucky to have a daughter that is a natural path I wish I had went that route instead of a business degree. I’ve been sick for quite some time, diagnosed with Hashimoto’s but my thyroid tests normal, even with thorough holistic testing. I do have bad allergies both food and airborne as well as leaky gut. Wondering if you would share what you did to treat your allergies As well as leaky gut. I know the basics with leaky gut, but can’t seem to get it under control. Thank you so much. Glad u are better!
When our understandings change, there is very naturally a lag time. Currently we are changing our understandings about how the body works when symptoms are not masked. The last century gave the medical professionals the ability to mask any symptoms that were indicators of imbalances. Some of us are now interpreting the symptoms and correcting the problem. This is very empowering. Thank you.
My doctor never explained to me about about my thyroid problem. He just prescribed me the medication and told me that I just scratched the surface of my thyroid and that I have hypothyroidism. I always wanted to find out the cause of it. Thank you for the information. I will continue to view more of your videos.
I was on Nature Thyroid for 6 months, only for the company to tell me later that they were recalled. I then changed my diet to Keto, and am now on armor thyroid. If you suffer from a thyroid condition, please consider changing your diet. Sugar is horrible for everyone.
@@Cosmiichu that’s incorrect. Please educate yourself. On keto you also eat natural fruits. I’m the healthiest I’ve ever been in my entire life!!!! Keto for life!
The best way to avoid thyroid disease is to eat right, excercise and workout , take vitamins and go for checkups and doctor visits and then if you do these cases then you’ll be fine. Also don’t be stress out often and move your body and don’t be overweight.
I was diagnosed with Graves’ disease at 26. Took tapazole to suppress the gland and once it was “asleep” I began synthroid and took both concurrently for about a year. At that time I was taken off both and my glad was supposed to “re-set” itself. Had labs done every 6 months and levels were normal. First symptom I noticed was feeling jittery and nervous. I was always hot. When hot water from the tap poured over my hands my heart would skip beats! It was bizarre. Doc initially misdiagnosed me. I also had fast heart beat, insomnia, severe fatigue and despite eating normally with a great appetite I stayed very thin. It was terrible for several months. Once on the meds I felt so much better. I was told if my gland didn’t reset I would have to have radioactive iodine or surgery. I know several people who have been diagnosed with their cancer and some that have hashimotos or graves. Oh and I was also prescribed a beta blocker called tenormin to slow my heart rate. I remember carrying heavy bags up a flight of stairs and my heart was barely beating. It was weird. I would describe Graves’ disease as having your internal thermostat turned up to “high” and every function of your body was turned up several notches and was FAST. Strange feeling and the anxiety was bad. Like you’ve had 6 cups of coffee but feeling that way 24/7. No fun at all. And it is exhausting. You have no energy because you can’t sleep and you’re dragging through the day. It’s awful.
I was on the verge of heart failure from hypOthyroid so I took the hormones if only to save my life! Only when my energy and brains were back in shape that I was able to find solutions to cure myself. I am almost done, have reduced TS hormones 50% now...
Doctor, you have finally explained why my thyroid is not functioning well. Yes ago I was treated for a microadenoma in my pituitary. The medication basically shut my pituitary down, and thus now have hypothyroidism. No one ever explained or did antibody testing to confirm, just sent me home with thyroid meds and told no need to return. Bless you.
Greetings from London and uk, thank you Doctor so so much appreciated . All you have taught us here is exactly the description of what my mum goes through daily. It now makes sense why she's always in the blankets and close to the heater, I didn't understand why and how she doesn't like hugs, she suffers from psychosis depression, PTSD, fibromyalgia, blood pressure, prolonged heart rates but sometimes she fibrillation takes place, she only does her poop once a week bcoz she is always constipated ,she eats very little but yet has weight increase, often in study room im have caught her weeping and extremely tearful and fatigued inside her bed room when she reads her bible or praying. Now what you have said makes sense very massive sense.
@Opal Allen interesting. What did the worm medicine help in regards to your health? As far as the Bible, I have read it, too, but find there is something new to learn each time it's read. In other words, I don't feel one can ever read it enough with God's Spirit guiding.💓🕊🙏👍
Hello.. Have a look at Westminster University in London.. Scroll for Polyclinic - they may be able to help as I have the same health.. I tried the meds and had side effects. I was under the care of a professional - as a teaching school the students will take history - a fee which is reasonable and the wonderful herbs did work for me. As for reading her bible the word of the Lord is medicine itself and we do not know why our loved ones suffer or ourselves. Take care daughter.. 💐
Thankyou, Doctor Ekberg! I have all the symptoms of hypothyroidism- my body swelled up like a balloon from stress and more stress. I was in a fight or fight mode for years while being unjustly harassed by a neighbor in a powerful position. I was worn out and could not defend myself properly. I am doing damage control now, after I have lost everything but finally I am not as stressed, but having to start over at 69. I appreciate this video so much,I will stay tuned! I suspected my body changes had something to do with stress because my diet is very clean & no vices. Thank-you!
I thought you might be interested in my story. I had most of my thyroid removed at age 11 due to hyperthyroid. Longtime allergies as a child. Leaky gut for sure (I was adopted and bottle feed). Anyway, they left a little piece in and in my twenties, I did a macrobiotic diet which contains a lot of sea veggies and fermented miso, which I consumed daily for years. By the age of 30, I went from possibly having Hashimotos to having grown the thyroid back. That was confirmed by an ultrasound in my thirties when it was functioning normally. I’ve had issues over the years off and on depending on diet and lifestyle. Certain herbs, supplements and foods have been helpful and those have changed with age. Treating my microbiome with pre and probiotic foods has been key as well. Anyway, not everyday you hear about an organ regrowing (from a small bit that was left in), but here I am. Thanks for your very helpful videos.
Karen Black Hello K, I don’t think it would have grow back if it was totally removed. The seaweed was essential. Many organs have been known to regrow if given the right conditions, for example the liver can regenerate. Our bodies are amazing if we give it what it needs. I was very blessed to have come across the help I needed, many years before the
Klej Lf seaweed stimulates thyroid function so it feeds the gland. I ate a bit every day when eating according to macrobiotics . Also, miso soup pretty much everyday like they do in Japan. That heals the gut lining which is essential in healing any chronic illness. They rest of diet was whole grains, beans, legumes, and veggies and some fermented pickles too. All whole organic food as much as possible. It’s also crucial to filter the fluoride and chlorine out of your water. A big Berkeley is the best in my opinion.
Wow. No doctor has ever explained my low thyroid & Hashimotos to me. For years I have been fighting every symptom you listed. Thyroid med companies have been changing their formularies and ruining the meds, so it is a major struggle to feel good. enough. Thanks for a clear explanation. Must watch the leaky gut one next!
My TSH was 0.095 in Dec, 74 in May, 17 in July and 29 in August. Because my T4 is normal, my dosage of 150mcg hasn't been changed. I have been on meds for Hypo for 21 years (I'm 43 now). I HATE the heat and LOVE the cold. I have symptoms of hyper and hypo. I am miserable with fatigue and joint/muscle pain and pounding heart. I feel like no matter what I eat, it's wrong.
I had the same symptoms and when i stopped Levo they started to go away. A Whole30 Diet seemed to help a lot by cutting out gluten and grains. Exercise more. Take supplements.
@@misspiggy9647 I switched to name brand Synthroid and got in with the best Endocrinologist in town. I've been walking a lot more and am growing my own veggies. I try to skip gluten as much as possible. I'm looking into a diet based on my ancestry. My TSH is still fluctuating but nowhere near the huge amounts as before my dosage was adjusted.
If your still poorly please look into OXALATE TOXICITY. This can happen when people are on a restrictive diet, such as Veganism or vegetarianism. Plants have Phyto toxins so some can cause inflammation responses. A lot of plants have Oxalates. Dr Anthony Chaffee talks about Oxalates. And he is Carnivore in his diet. Check him out. Hope this helps🙂
I was diagnosed hypo thyroid at about 18. I am now a senior citizen. I really watch my diet more so now than when I was young. Watching all your videos I see a correlation of every illness is due to consumption of sugar, simple carbs, fast foods, fried foods, etc. Cutting out wheat is my one struggle. I eat healthy but crave pasta and the like. 75% of the time I eat Whole Foods, never sweets but continue to want pasta. I NEED HELP !
Bonnie: unfortunately, it's not about "watching your diet"; it's about 100% avoiding foods that cause a strong auto-immune response in YOUR body. Everyone is different, and which foods you react to will be different than someone else. It can be helpful to try an elimination diet (like the Auto-Immune Protocol, or AIP) for a period of time (6-8 weeks, at least) to see how you respond. Best wishes! :D
And, if you crave wheat: make sure you are eating plenty of carbohydrates from safer sources: squash, sweet potato, fruits (especially berries), white rice, plantains, carrots, beets, parsnips, bananas, maybe even gluten-free grains, if tolerated (white rice is the best choice, due to no significant anti-nutrients).
I never had thyroid issues until I had to get radioactive iodine injected into me for an epidural cortisone injection for a herniated disc. I immediately had a reaction the second the procedure was over and my vitals all dropped. BP was 65/40 and heart rate was in the 30’s and I was covered in hives. About 1 month after that I started feeling a lump in my throat like when you’re trying not to cry during a movie. They had me do a CTscan and found a nodule on the right side. I’m convinced the iodine they injected caused this and now I’ve been dealing with bad fatigue as well as esophagus inflammation which I’m guessing is from stomach acid. Worst part is that the procedure for my herniated disc didn’t even help. I’ve gotten to the point that I don’t even trust a regular doctor anymore. But I’m not having much luck fixing my issues on my own either. 😣
I have hyperthyroidism and Graves’ disease I didn’t get treated till last year and I was untreated for 3 years because of Covid when I had my first appointment she said that I was lucky I had a good heart and that most at my level only last 4 months untreated till they ended up in the hospital.
I’m hyper and been in a long medication. Thanks YT for recommending it, can’t believe it. And thanks for going to YT explaining it, Doc! I planned to check myself up to a doctor again once this pandemic lockdown ease up
Oh that is a little sad. Because this vid is inaccurate. Go to Stop The Thyroid Madness (I am not affiliated). They understand thyroid issues much more thoroughly.
Thank you so much for taking your time to explain in easy terms about the symptoms that could be affecting the thyroid. I am 65 and listening to you discuss this topic has been an eye opener. Also thank you for not having any distracting music. I have subscribed to your podcast because I prefer the holistic approach. From Texas. 😊
This was so incredibly helpful. I spent years and thousands of dollars to learn what you told me in 17 mins. Of course I had to see what was “wrong” with me, but this was spot on.
I like how you deliver your content. It's crystal clear, easy to understand and your pacing gives us time to absorb what's being explained. I appreciate the considerations you have taken. And oh, your voice is so soothing to the ears!
Absolutely Agree with your entire post! And Yes, I love how soothing his voice is!! I have a thong about voices, as some voices can truly grate my nerves!....But Nope, NOT his! 😊
Glad this video popped up in my feed. I was given 2, 60 cc syringes of radioactive iodine ordered by endocrinologists when I was hypothyroid from Hashimoto's. I was sent home and went into thyroid storm. Non of this information was available back then. I wish it had been. It could have saved a lot of us from suffering & getting worse. Not to mention the mental frustrations and no one understanding what we were experiencing.
Thank you Dr. Ekberg, I have been had most of these symptoms for over 10 years. My pituitary glan was not working at maximum efficiency, was sent to a specialist who arranged for an MRI to be done but was told although it was enlarged there was nothing to worry about. Had many blood tests done which showed my Thyroid test showed it was on the low lever but within the recommended medical levels. After suffering from anxiety, depression and now CPTSD. Awaiting for my second blood test for final diagnosis and will be put on medication for Hyporthyroidism. Have learnt more from your video than I've gotten from Doctor's over past 10 years. Australian Dr's are under the control of big Pharma = illness symptoms, treat symptoms not the cause.
@@katdroidd Yes, I find Asian markets are the best & most inexpensive place to buy seaweed, sold in convenient "snack size" packs of individual portions- often available in different flavor varieties.The same snack packages are sold in supermarkets & places like Whole Foods or Trader Joe's for QUADRUPLE the price!
I am hypothyroid (hashimotos) and can't put on weight. 168cm tall, 59kg. I have a mixture of hypo and hyper symptoms. Iodine increased the antibodies. Chronic congenital Lyme Disease caused mine. One symptom of Lyme is food allergies (coeliac, dairy).
Medicine is best to get it back under control. Surgery was last ditch effort to get me back to a semblance of normalcy. The best side effect of getting back to normal is my hair getting healthy And overall appearance better again.
Dr. Ekberg, I greatly appreciate your clear and helpful explanations on how to improve health. I have benefited personally. However, as a pharmacist, I need to point out that Tylenol is not a NSAID. Thanks for all you do!
Many doctors are concerned that this medication can poisen a person. My family member, a medical doctor educated at Cornel, stated when taking this medication if you become nervous you need to decrease the dosage. He said that all doctors need to take training in pharmacology.
Thankyou, maybe that is why I have anxiety. I have been on synthroid since I was 23. and Iam now 72yrs. I have Hashimotos. I got a goider and the synthroid shrunk it up. But I have problems sleeping also. And Iam always itching under my skin. Maybe it is from the synthroid.
Adele Hey, we all have been there. That’s why we endet up on channels like that - because we’re not one of those lucky folks, to whom health and fitness seems to come naturally. At least you care. Everything else is just changing habits, one by one. And once your health start improving, that’s plenty of motivation, to keep going.
Please don't beat yourself up or feel quilty.💝 Hashimoto's isn't your fault. It's can be a monster of a disease. Choose your foods wisely. No soy, avoid goitrogens (hope I spelled it right.😂), sugar, gluten, any foods you are sensitive too. Eliminating them helps me to feel better. Stress is an enemy. Beating yourself up your body interprets as stress. Also add the supplements you may need. Mostly avoid all negative self talk and stress. We are all in this together. 💝🙏
@@raraavis7782 Exxxactly: we must encourage one another & research natural healthy foods & drinks & get rid of junk foods & drinks!! Doctors waiting rooms, health shops & chemists/druggists shops have lots of info: leaflets on simple, humble & healthy foods & drinks to buy & make at home to give us energy & get us all fighting fit: even just starting walking more, simple excercising at home & in the gym, etcetera!!! 🤗😍😇
germany has near to none natural iodine in the soil. also, a study suggested that the birth years of 85/86/87 got their hashimotos most probably from the chernobyl incident. the rain came down in germany. i was one of the first kids here who were diagnosed with hashimots at the age of 10. in my personal opinion/ experience, the radioactively provoked hashimotos doesnt have this rapid shrinking of the thyroid, which is quite interesting. my thyroid should be less than pea sized after 25 years but its not, also it still produces t3 and t4 . im still baffled that hashimotos is not being taken seriously. most people i encounter dismiss the side effects as just being lazy, tcomplainy, whatever. fu**them. im fighting with depression, anxiety, tachycardia, since my early teens. every diabetic is being taken more seriously and is being pitied even if they got medication that actually helps and does something. theres a chance that the receptors will recover, theres no such chance concerning auto immune conditions. sorry for the angry rant, sometimes i just hate the world and everyone in it
rdmname.......I know how you feel, years ago I was listening to a program on the radio (before we had computers) and there was a talk where someone described what I was feeling but dismissed, the person they discussed had dropped dead. I went to my doctor and described my symptoms and what I had heard and I asked for a thyroid test, he roared with laughter but said he'd humour me. The test came back and I had a large goitre with nodules and it needed further investigation. I've had part of it taken out and apart from ending in the hospital a few years back due to a bad attack of tachycardia, now I hope that it never happens that bad again because I'll probably die. I was told they never saw a heart working so fast. Anyway, I'm 76 now and I stay out of the medical field as much as possible as since they're pushing this jab from which I will die on the spot, I just don't trust anyone anymore.
@@Vicki-sq4jw doctors are still pretty much ignorant concerning auto immune conditions. the millennial ones are actually awesome, theyre motivated, better educated and willing to try to move mountains for their patients. try a young doctor who still has passion for his job.
I'm with you. My Dr believes my thyroid was affected by the Chernobyl event too. I am American but was in Germany just after the event occured. It took me 13 years to discover my thyroid was causing my health issues because I'm a male and it was considered a female disease.
@@Deacon_T yep, took my dedicated doctors over a year to get even close to the actual diagnosis cause nobody believed a kid could have it. it was a near fact then that only 40+ yo women get it
I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism at the age of 48 in 2007. I ceased menstruation around the same time. I have always wondered if the two were connected.
You should have never removed it. Keep all parts of your body for as long as you can and work with a naturopathic doctor instead of conventional medicine
@@RoxanneGutierrez010 that cment doesn't help them now because what's done is done. so start by saying sorry about what happened to you, try a holistic dr., & I hope it works out well for you. much nicer don't you think?
I'm dealing with the same thing. Going to my doctor next week to see if I can change my generic med for name brand med. I've heard some people have allergic reaction to the generic medicine and don't realize it.
I wish I’d found this when my thyroid went hyper. It took 5 doctors for me to end up with my general physician, who finally tested my blood for thyroid levels and diagnosed me with Graves.
Thank you Dr Ekberg for sharing and clarifying signs of hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism. I have been on Levothyroxine since 1992. I have hypo-t. I knew something was wrong 2 months ago. Symptoms were brittle nails, gaining weight and eating the same, feeling pudgy, slow and fatigued. Is was at 6.7 TSH level. Also, I have a nodule on my thyroid. Size has not changed in 15 years when it was first discovered. No recommendation was made by my provider and no change in my medication. It continued at 150 mcg levothyroxine. I think what caused it I was hungry in the morning and ate yogurt after taking my daily pills.
Amazing!❤️ I first was diagnosed at 23( now 45) with overactive thyroid to eventually radio iodine treatment so now under active.but doctors not attempt to explain much. I feel anyone who that is diagnosed thyroid issues, should watched this video to gained a clear understanding!
How I wish I had heard what you have to say here in this helpfully informative video before I let anyone take out my thyroid. So many people seem to display problematic symptoms with their thyroid, many go undetected by conventional medical protocols. This video will be shared with others so maybe they could be pointed into a clearer direction than I was concerning their own health. Being made aware of the underlying factors concerning the thyroid's imbalances are the key to knowing how to set the direction of how to achieve wellness. Autoimmune conditions seem to prevail in this country to the point where the general population believes that looking and feeling sick is normal.
My daughter was first diagnosed hyper and took the radioactive pills, then hypo (& diagnosed Hashimoto): I wonder if they killed of too many thyroid cells with the pills.. She really was first hyperactive and now very calm. Or can hyper naturally turn into hypo? Don't see clues for that in this video... As a child I was also first hyperactive and then turned ever calmer until at 50 was diagnosed hypo, (after moving to a developed country)
Such an eye-opening video! It's so important to recognize these signs early and take action to maintain a healthy thyroid. Thank you for raising awareness about this crucial issue!
I for sure know it can affect periods before my low thyroid diagnosis I thought I would bleed to death after several months on medication it’s finally normal !
I had terrible periods when I was a teenager. Very heavy bleeding and lots of bad cramps and back ache. Out of 5 kids I was the only chubby one. I was not sluggish when I was little. Very active and played softball until I was 40yrs. But when I was 23 I got a goider. My hair started falling out by the hands full. I would wake up in the mornings and feel like I never went to bed. My mother noticed my neck was swollen. I have Hasimotos. I have been on synthroid since I was 23 yrs. And Iam now 72yrs. I use to have cold hands and feet. Now Iam hot alot. Don't know if it is from thyroid,but most probably since it is a hormone gland. Had a hysterectomy at 40.
So periods can get a lot worse when you have Hashimotos. But why? I thought the body tried to save energy as it isn't producing enough. Could Hashimoto also make your periods stop completely?
Just been diagnosed with hyperthyroid after 20 years of being told I'm a burden on the system 😢 I went through my blood tests myself and my RA is also high 24 which is actually one of my worst symptoms but not even mentioned during my consult I've had very severe granular annular not even mentioned thank you to this doctor for pointing out that it's likely an autoimmune condition
Yet, most doctors ignore it. Especially, in women. I know women that were placed on antidepressants rather than being tested for thyroid disease. The range is inaccurate (which has been changed) & reverse T3 is rarely taken into consideration.
Well done! This was so clear, short and sweet! I have studied these same topics in my degrees and the continuing ed. courses that we have to do for our licensing. Your presentation clarified things that I was supposed to know already.
My thyroid was so bad, when my doctor did bloodwork it was 498. He asked me how I was even functioning, I told him I wasn't. I was like a shell of a person. There are big gaps of time that I don't even remember and he told me that if I didn't go to him I would have died.
Thankyou so much Dr Ekberg! You are the only one I have come across who has mentioned that a TSH of 0.5 to 1.8 can actually be functional hypothyroid. I had a TSH of 1.14 which is considered normal by my doctors and many others online. I had hypothyroid symptoms though so I was left wondering. The underperforming pituitary gland makes sense to me. It is a shame that many people are suffering and go undiagnosed because of this difference of opinion.
Just thought I would add this FYI. I had (Past Tense) Hypothyroid however it was not due to Iodine. After much research I found it to be my gallbladder was compacted with fat stones as well as my liver. One day my blood preassure was 73/27. I did not want it removed and if I had gione to the emergency room I would have nxt been sent to the opperating table. Instead I did a liver and gallbaladder flush 3,000 stones can out in my first flush and my blood preassure went up. It was not yet normal but it gained 20/20. After approx. 3 to 4 flushes BP was almost normal. After 7 flushes it was back to normal and now I'm on my 9th flush over the past year. So mine was caused by a fatty liver/gallbladder from eating too many carbs such as breads, chips, crackers, beer and cookies. Sugar also helped this. Also note I never gained weight. I'm 51 and lok 35 and athletic build. I hope this helps somebody out there.
I was diagnosed with Graves’ disease and was told I should get the radioactive iodine treatment. I opted for methimazole instead. I’m glad I did because I’ve been in remission ever since I quit smoking and changed my diet to plant based. I’ve cut down on processed foods and don’t eat dairy, also quit caffeinated coffee. (Drink 1 cup of decaf in the a.m. only.) Last time I was on meds for my thyroid was in 2016. Most recent bloodwork was three months ago, and still good.
Dr. Ekberg is amazing! I just recently got diagnosed with hypothyroidism and just had a blood test that shows my TSH levels at exactly 1.8. My doctor said everything is fine now because it's "below 5.0" but I don't feel any better at all. Because of this video I realize why! I'm still in the "functioning hypo" range. I'm so frustrated that more doctors don't have the proper knowledge about how inaccurate the most common lab range is. Hopefully I can get my dosage of synthroid increased and/or I will start taking iodine supplements because I'm not a fan of anything that comes from the sea. I have been taking probiotics for the gut so hopefully I will see a difference with that soon. Thank you so much Dr. Ekberg!
Some symptoms are similar but most are not. I also believe it is possible to have both sets of symptoms depending on time of day which could involve other hormones besides TSH. I know, I and other siblings experience them. That is why it is important to get a WHOLE picture of what is going on. Pituitary tumors such as a prolactinoma could be driving symptoms which would mean the thyroid isn't the issue. Those were not mentioned. Summary of symptoms. Hypo=Cold; Slow Metabolism; Coarse brittle hair and hair loss; Slow Bowel Function; Mood-Depression, Poor Focus & Memory Problems; Goiter caused by iodine deficiency usually huge in size; Skin changes-rough, coarse dry skin; Eyes-swollen, puffy; Energy-Chronic Fatigue per not enough energy made; Heart rate is slower. Hyper= is rare. 1% population Hot, Fast Metabolism; Fine brittle hair and hair loss; Fast Bowel Function; Mood-Agitation & Anxiety Also Poor Focus as can't center yourself, possibly a tremor; Goiter caused by tumor or nodules, not as large as hypo goiter; Skin changes-thin, paper-like skin; Eyes-Bulging; Energy-Also Fatigue-Energy used up quickly ie,: making heat but not available for other necessary things, also can't sleep; Heart rate is fast.
That's exactly what my husband says, when I found mine, but actually not really, because I have hyperthyroid before and because of the medication now it goes the opposite.
I’m hypo and never gained weight as I’m physically fit and active in my fitness routine. But chronic fatigue and thinning hair is what I experienced. This is so helpful. Thank you.
Have you heard of a correlation between PTSD and hypothyroidism as a secondary diagnosis? I've read some recent research that links the two, but haven't heard much on the topic lately.
I, from personal experience, believe that the emotional and psychological impact that is powerful enough to cause long-term PTSD/C-PTSD symptoms, is definitely capable of triggering a powerful physiological stress response that has been linked to thyroid dysfunction. In traumatic situations the body reacts by releasing different chemicals and hormones which is what it's supposed to do in order to adjust to a temporary, high level of danger and/or stress. But when we experience a traumatic event, it can cause our body to stay in a continuous state of stress for long periods of time, resulting in a sustained release of chemicals in our body that are only supposed to be released temporarily. So since stress is already known to have adverse effects on the thyroid, experiencing stress that's severe enough to rewire our brain and cause symptoms of PTSD, only makes sense would cause extreme and exaggerated consequences to the thyroid as well.
Thank you Doctor. You've answered fully that million dollar question on this thyroid outburst problem that I'd 2 months ago. I know what I need to take note now
I was complaining to my Thyroid dr about the side effects from one of my thyroid meds. His answer was is you go off your meds I will not see you anymore. I was born with half a thyroid and have nodules! I'm having problems and that's we he said!!
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Could you make a video on carb cycling. Are you for or against it? Your videos are always so informative. Thank you so much.
Dr Sten I have being watching your videos and love all of them, I have a question related to Keto, I started keto diet 2 weeks ago but I am suffering with constipation and when I can get my bowel moving it is a very dark stool can you tell me what I can do please, I am doing keto to improve my health I also have thyroid, hypothyroidism problem and have to take a tablet everyday for more than 3 years now.
Do you ever do online consulting? If so, are you able to take insurance?
Dr sten what happened if dr told me that i have only one lobe of thyroid gland genetically?
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Thank you for not playing background music.
I'm an anti loud music person also. I didn't notice it but that's probably why I keep coming back.
Agreed!
@M Seeker Too much music is poison ... overdose and it switches your brain off ..st vitus ...
Just thought I would add this FYI. After much research I found it to be my gallbladder was compacted with fat stones as well as my liver. One day my blood preassure was 73/27. I could have died. I did not want my gallbladder removed and if I had gone to the emergency room I would have next been sent to the opperating table. Instead I did a liver and gallbaladder flush 3,000 stones came out in my first flush and my blood preassure went up. It was not yet normal but it gained 20/20. After approx. 3 to 4 flushes BP was almost normal. After 7 flushes it was back to normal and now I'm on my 9th flush over the past year. So mine was caused by a fatty liver/gallbladder from eating too many carbs such as breads, chips, crackers, beer and cookies. Sugar also helped this. Also note I never gained weight. I'm 51 and lok 35 and athletic build. I hope this helps somebody out there.
I didn't notice but if it was there I wouldn't have been able to concentrate so i agree! Thank u doctor as I've adult bad ADD and I get distracted by music easily!!!
Protect this man. He is debunking everything the Doctors ever told me... I WISH I found you sooner.
Me too!!
Every doctor would tell you these are the signs of hypothyroidism but ok go off
@@tkk246 Not true. I've been to so many docs and once they test my thyroid and it comes back within normal numbers, they never take it any further. I have all of these other symptoms but they look at you like you are just self-diagnosing and don't believe them. Over it.
@@nicolegreen2863 well if your levels are normal you haven't got a problem with your thyroid hun. These symptoms can be attributed to many other problems. This doctor isn't telling you that you have a thyroid problem, he's informing people who have these symptoms about what it COULD be. Go back to your doctor and tell them you want to get a full blood count to find out why you're having these symptoms.
So all your medically trained doctors are wrong and this man,who's not a trained doctor or trained nutritionist, is right? He is exclusively holding all medical knowledge? Hardly. He may explain more than others, but if his information was valid other doctors would be sharing that with patients too. From what I see, his information is in large part what doctors share, but in a shortened form.
I had hypo thyroid past 5. I reversed it to normal by eating seafood every other day for an entire 6 weeks. I was diligent and fully tired of seafood after that. I told my doctor what I did and how I changed the numbers. He had not one word to say to me. He wanted to put me on medication. I am so glad I did my research.
You mean no need for supplement?
, I still eat seafood but not as much when I was trying to change my numbers. I eat it at least weekly. Sometimes twice a week. That has been enough to keep it in a normal range.
@@christinah.8504 - what type of seafood? Shellfish would give you zinc and , probably, iodine??
Yes the lack of needed iodine was ur problem.
I only wish I knew before that my thyroid would quit with medication.
I said I was tired he just gave my medicine. It’s been 10 years so not confident it will work for me. Don’t know if it’s safe to try. Doctors have been no help to me.
The doctors that spent time educating the people for free is noble, they have a good heart to reach out people. Thank you for the effort of featuring any important health issue here in You Tube. God bless you.
Wszyscy którzy udzielają się na you tube są opłacani Nie robią tego za darmo 😂
Yes thankyou for no "background music". Not here to listen to music, here to listen to you.
Amen
This is useful information for anyone. Over 500 hundred people put a thumbs down on it? Must be a thyroid imbalance.
Very good presentation. Thanks a lot. I made some notes for Hypothyroid as below so that it can be quickly read through.
Hypothyroid: Diagnosed by testing TSH.
TSH range: (0.5-5) Optimum range (1.8-- 2.5 --3.0)
Symptons
1. Temperature: feels cold.
2. Metabolism: weigh gain.
3. Hair, corse hair, hair loss
4. Bowel: constipation
5. Mood: depression, poor focus and memory.
6. Goiter: fat neck.
7. Skin, dry skin, rough, coarse
8. Swollen puffy eyes
9. Energy: fatigue, no energy made
10. Heart rate: bradycardia 50-60 bpm range.
Cause
1. Iodine deficiency
2. Hashimoto’s autoimmune desease. (Diagonosed by test: TPOAb and TgAb)
Reason for it:
• Leaky gut.
Cause:
Allergy; antibiotics/NSAIDs; Sugar/allergens/lectins; alcohol; Stress; Processed foods.
3. Tumor
Treatment
Iodine,
Synthroid, armour etc.
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I’ve been hypothyroid for 25 years, took my Dr over a year to diagnose!!! I was so I’ll at this point I could hardly stand, my Dr insisted I was depressed… I gained 2 stone in weight, went to bed with layers of clothes on because I was sooo cold. My eyebrows disappeared and I had think hard skin in my knees, I could barely function …. I changed my Dr !!!
Thank you for sharing your story-what a journey you've been through! It's frustrating how often symptoms of hypothyroidism are overlooked or misdiagnosed. I'm so glad you took charge and changed your doctor. It’s a powerful reminder to always advocate for our health!
Exactly how I feel I don't have a Dr right now looking for one I've been ignored so much that I don't trust any of them anymore
OMG, everything I've been going through in the past 36 years is listed in this video.
Thank You Marciap17. Sorry to hear that. Hopefully you have some more direction now. Best of luck 😄
@@drekberg im also suffering for 35years now
what helps me a lot is taking iodine drops in the morning on an empty stomach, 16 drops in a glass of water. whenever I stop taking iodine I go backwards with energy and concentration.
When I was 35 I had cancer of the thyroid and had a thyroidectomy...I have to take thyroxin tablets for ever..I'm 65 now so still here😁
God bless you.
Me too but I was 21 when I had cancer and had a thyroidectomy. I'm 42 now and all is good😊
Tbh I’m accepting death don’t want nothing outta me
I'm having a thyroidectomy in 3 days. I have papillary thyroid carcinoma. I'm going to be 48 years old. I'm nervous, but I want to be around for a long time so it's worth it.
@@musiclyricluver9855 why bother? Your still gonna die later down from who knows what my ol motto I’m here for a fun time not a long time as man as humans we are dooming our planet a lot faster now.
I'm convinced that adding T3 & T4 testing along with TSH is absolutely important for hypothyroid diagnosis.
I got all 3 tests on my last bloodwork and I'm good, my wife though is hypo, failing all these tests, T3 and T4 was not needed though to tell she has a problem.
Been asking for proper testing in Canada, still not happening 🧐
Simply don’t want to, not lucrative or cost effective.
That would regulate a lot of metabolic issues wouldn’t it?
Thank you so much.
Yes, you may not need to test all to see that there’s a problem, but you need to keep testing all the top treat effectively. I have to supplement a lot of T3 not just the typical T4. This is often overlooked.
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Duh.
its sad all the best doctors are on youtube, the world has been cursed to a point we can no longer trust the mainstream heath system meanwhile thats the most accessible..this Doc needs a gold medal
Doctors are being bought off by big pharma. Plus they are hundreds of thousands of dollars in debt from going to school. They pack the schedule so full with patients you're lucky to get ten minutes with them.
They sent me to a PT for neck problems & found Bob & Brad which fixed the problem
I so agree. Best doctors are on you tube
@@JamesSmith-pc6bh I love this doctor.. Excellent in explaining the role of the organs in our body in an understandable way.. Plus knows how food can be used to heal our issues... US physicians know little about food benefits and how to use food to heal our body...
@@carolecoffman4276 yeah they don't teach that in medical school. Dad's food pyramid is wrong in alot of ways, the worst is wheat. It's not advantageous for them to recommend not eating wheat. They probably know that it's bad for us.
Wow he is amazing....speaks slowly, calmly and is very thorough and on point!
I always up the playback speed to 1.5 bc he speaks to slow for me, but yes he is quite thorough.
He has good points on the science but makes agenda driven conclusions a bit too much. Also you could argue a pshycho has also been described with the same terms 🤣 but yea he takes his time and doesn’t blast through the topics 👍🏻
Yeah had to watch at 1.5 speed lol
Not every youtube health guru is Cole Robinson.
@@glockgrandma2517 No surely not to slow. I'm sure he already teaches, but he would make a really great teacher or many things, direct and easy to understand. I have an over active thyroid. Did the Iodine, for me it didn't really work so got left on Carbimazole. I have an enlarged thyroid with goiter and nodules. My thyroid went out of control from the shock of losing my mum 17 years ago Only found out about it when my body started mimicking Lymphoma, which doctors thought I had but all tests negative, but they did find the over active thyroid.
Wow, glad I found this. I got tested and my result was .75 and my doctor shrugged and said it's fine. I have a very hard time losing weight, have signs of insulin resistance, and now I see why.
Same. I’ve been having this issue for years, plus the other symptoms associated with this condition. 😔 I think going to a doctor, and complaining about these issues will be pointless, I’m afraid. I feel stuck and out of options.
Thank you ..I was diagnosed 50 years ago..hypothyroid..@ 17 years old ..now @ 75my hair is falling out. I started iodine drops 3months ago!!! ...my nails & skin have improved 😊 ❤❤❤❤
thank you very informative for me since my thyroid was removed in 2008 and it was cancerous but to years ago my endocrinologist said that i am cancer free now and thank God that i am cancer free
Amen
He’s calm, thorough and knowledgeable. Very likeable and credible.
I like how this doctor address issues to the bottom and give suggestions to look into the root cause rather than telling to take meds to treat the symptoms like ur local doctors👌🏼
Doctors don't listen!
They try to cure everything with a PILL! Ridiculous
@@Marimarr59 Exxxactly!!!
All doctors do is test test test.
This man is not a medical doctor.
@@knobrotknobrot The best thing to do is your own research and stop depending on the medical system that is not helping people.
I really appreciate how he seems to put his Ego completely aside to make a really fantastic information filled video. Truely appreciate such things
i dont get it, why are you talk about Ego? not all docs have Ego so why to even mention it? Is it because someone is better educated and smarter than us? that's not Ego, that's a fact.
That awkward moment when you have alternating symptoms of both hypo n hyper
same 😭
Same
I am like that
That is me
😂😂😂 same
Doc, you are amazing! I’ve had Hashimoto for 30 years now, and it’s only since my daughter became a naturopathe that I started addressing allergies and leaky gut. That’s 3 years ago, and I feel so much better. I am now getting my daily Elthyrone dose adjusted. Thank you SO MUCH for making people aware of the importance in treating the core issue!
@@BeccaBean2020 How very sweet of you to share that information, thank you. It’s very interesting, I think I’m on the right path to getting better. Have a lovely day, Elisabeth
Hi, You are so lucky to have a daughter that is a natural path I wish I had went that route instead of a business degree. I’ve been sick for quite some time, diagnosed with Hashimoto’s but my thyroid tests normal, even with thorough holistic testing. I do have bad allergies both food and airborne as well as leaky gut. Wondering if you would share what you did to treat your allergies As well as leaky gut. I know the basics with leaky gut, but can’t seem to get it under control. Thank you so much. Glad u are better!
@@lindapelle8738 some people are glad to get free advice from any source but don’t want to share their knowledge with others. Makes my pxxx boil.
It took 3 years for you to start adjusting your dose?! So you’re still taking the hormone! How is that a progress!
When our understandings change, there is very naturally a lag time. Currently we are changing our understandings about how the body works when symptoms are not masked. The last century gave the medical professionals the ability to mask any symptoms that were indicators of imbalances. Some of us are now interpreting the symptoms and correcting the problem. This is very empowering. Thank you.
My doctor never explained to me about about my thyroid problem. He just prescribed me the medication and told me that I just scratched the surface of my thyroid and that I have hypothyroidism. I always wanted to find out the cause of it. Thank you for the information. I will continue to view more of your videos.
I was on Nature Thyroid for 6 months, only for the company to tell me later that they were recalled. I then changed my diet to Keto, and am now on armor thyroid. If you suffer from a thyroid condition, please consider changing your diet. Sugar is horrible for everyone.
@@DynamicDork777 absolutely it makes me go into a thyroid storm.
And so is keto...
@@Cosmiichu that’s incorrect. Please educate yourself. On keto you also eat natural fruits. I’m the healthiest I’ve ever been in my entire life!!!! Keto for life!
Keto was not good for my thyroid issues,
@@joanorr7994 I understand. What works for one person may not work for another. For me, sugar is the enemy for all things hormonal.
The best way to avoid thyroid disease is to eat right, excercise and workout , take vitamins and go for checkups and doctor visits and then if you do these cases then you’ll be fine. Also don’t be stress out often and move your body and don’t be overweight.
Do all the other you said but stay away from Dr they r no good be your own Dr you know your body they don't
Nailed it.
I was diagnosed with Graves’ disease at 26. Took tapazole to suppress the gland and once it was “asleep” I began synthroid and took both concurrently for about a year. At that time I was taken off both and my glad was supposed to “re-set” itself. Had labs done every 6 months and levels were normal. First symptom I noticed was feeling jittery and nervous. I was always hot. When hot water from the tap poured over my hands my heart would skip beats! It was bizarre. Doc initially misdiagnosed me. I also had fast heart beat, insomnia, severe fatigue and despite eating normally with a great appetite I stayed very thin. It was terrible for several months. Once on the meds I felt so much better. I was told if my gland didn’t reset I would have to have radioactive iodine or surgery. I know several people who have been diagnosed with their cancer and some that have hashimotos or graves. Oh and I was also prescribed a beta blocker called tenormin to slow my heart rate. I remember carrying heavy bags up a flight of stairs and my heart was barely beating. It was weird. I would describe Graves’ disease as having your internal thermostat turned up to “high” and every function of your body was turned up several notches and was FAST. Strange feeling and the anxiety was bad. Like you’ve had 6 cups of coffee but feeling that way 24/7. No fun at all. And it is exhausting. You have no energy because you can’t sleep and you’re dragging through the day. It’s awful.
That is how I feel
I was on the verge of heart failure from hypOthyroid so I took the hormones if only to save my life! Only when my energy and brains were back in shape that I was able to find solutions to cure myself. I am almost done, have reduced TS hormones 50% now...
What kind of things did you do to cure yourself besides thyroid meds?
4:56 Signs your thyroid is in trouble.
Doctor, you have finally explained why my thyroid is not functioning well. Yes ago I was treated for a microadenoma in my pituitary. The medication basically shut my pituitary down, and thus now have hypothyroidism. No one ever explained or did antibody testing to confirm, just sent me home with thyroid meds and told no need to return.
Bless you.
Greetings from London and uk, thank you Doctor so so much appreciated . All you have taught us here is exactly the description of what my mum goes through daily. It now makes sense why she's always in the blankets and close to the heater, I didn't understand why and how she doesn't like hugs, she suffers from psychosis depression, PTSD, fibromyalgia, blood pressure, prolonged heart rates but sometimes she fibrillation takes place, she only does her poop once a week bcoz she is always constipated ,she eats very little but yet has weight increase, often in study room im have caught her weeping and extremely tearful and fatigued inside her bed room when she reads her bible or praying. Now what you have said makes sense very massive sense.
@Opal Allen interesting. What did the worm medicine help in regards to your health? As far as the Bible, I have read it, too, but find there is something new to learn each time it's read. In other words, I don't feel one can ever read it enough with God's Spirit guiding.💓🕊🙏👍
Hello.. Have a look at Westminster University in London.. Scroll for Polyclinic - they may be able to help as I have the same health.. I tried the meds and had side effects.
I was under the care of a professional - as a teaching school the students will take history - a fee which is reasonable and the wonderful herbs did work for me.
As for reading her bible the word of the Lord is medicine itself and we do not know why our loved ones suffer or ourselves.
Take care daughter.. 💐
Thankyou, Doctor Ekberg! I have all the symptoms of hypothyroidism- my body swelled up like a balloon from stress and more stress. I was in a fight or fight mode for years while being unjustly harassed by a neighbor in a powerful position. I was worn out and could not defend myself properly. I am doing damage control now, after I have lost everything but finally I am not as stressed, but having to start over at 69. I appreciate this video so much,I will stay tuned! I suspected my body changes had something to do with stress because my diet is very clean & no vices. Thank-you!
I thought you might be interested in my story. I had most of my thyroid removed at age 11 due to hyperthyroid. Longtime allergies as a child. Leaky gut for sure (I was adopted and bottle feed). Anyway, they left a little piece in and in my twenties, I did a macrobiotic diet which contains a lot of sea veggies and fermented miso, which I consumed daily for years. By the age of 30, I went from possibly having Hashimotos to having grown the thyroid back. That was confirmed by an ultrasound in my thirties when it was functioning normally. I’ve had issues over the years off and on depending on diet and lifestyle. Certain herbs, supplements and foods have been helpful and those have changed with age. Treating my microbiome with pre and probiotic foods has been key as well. Anyway, not everyday you hear about an organ regrowing (from a small bit that was left in), but here I am. Thanks for your very helpful videos.
Wow! I never knew it could grow back.
Karen Black Hello K, I don’t think it would have grow back if it was totally removed. The seaweed was essential. Many organs have been known to regrow if given the right conditions, for example the liver can regenerate. Our bodies are amazing if we give it what it needs. I was very blessed to have come across the help I needed, many years before the
that's so cool!!
Klej Lf seaweed stimulates thyroid function so it feeds the gland. I ate a bit every day when eating according to macrobiotics . Also, miso soup pretty much everyday like they do in Japan. That heals the gut lining which is essential in healing any chronic illness. They rest of diet was whole grains, beans, legumes, and veggies and some fermented pickles too. All whole organic food as much as possible. It’s also crucial to filter the fluoride and chlorine out of your water. A big Berkeley is the best in my opinion.
Wow. Fascinating!!!
Wow. No doctor has ever explained my low thyroid & Hashimotos to me. For years I have been fighting every symptom you listed. Thyroid med companies have been changing their formularies and ruining the meds, so it is a major struggle to feel good. enough. Thanks for a clear explanation. Must watch the leaky gut one next!
My TSH was 0.095 in Dec, 74 in May, 17 in July and 29 in August. Because my T4 is normal, my dosage of 150mcg hasn't been changed. I have been on meds for Hypo for 21 years (I'm 43 now). I HATE the heat and LOVE the cold. I have symptoms of hyper and hypo. I am miserable with fatigue and joint/muscle pain and pounding heart. I feel like no matter what I eat, it's wrong.
I had the same symptoms and when i stopped Levo they started to go away. A Whole30 Diet seemed to help a lot by cutting out gluten and grains. Exercise more. Take supplements.
@@misspiggy9647 I switched to name brand Synthroid and got in with the best Endocrinologist in town. I've been walking a lot more and am growing my own veggies. I try to skip gluten as much as possible. I'm looking into a diet based on my ancestry. My TSH is still fluctuating but nowhere near the huge amounts as before my dosage was adjusted.
@@ncmonkeygirl16what’s your water source?! Perhaps distilled water will help u
I solved the same problem with vitamin d
If your still poorly please look into OXALATE TOXICITY.
This can happen when people are on a restrictive diet, such as Veganism or vegetarianism.
Plants have Phyto toxins so some can cause inflammation responses.
A lot of plants have Oxalates.
Dr Anthony Chaffee talks about Oxalates.
And he is Carnivore in his diet.
Check him out.
Hope this helps🙂
I have graves disease, most people don't realize how this impacts your life. Thanks for the video
I have graves as well , it has changed me as a person
I had the radioactive iodine treatments done, and it actually made my symptoms worse.
Graves is like, menopause during a psychotic episode that lasts a long time.
I have graves too. And menopause ... so heater is always on high..... back on medication and hopefully we can do something. But what is the best, Dr.?
I have graves disease also, I'm on meds hopefully it gets better.
I was diagnosed hypo thyroid at about 18. I am now a senior citizen. I really watch my diet more so now than when I was young. Watching all your videos I see a correlation of every illness is due to consumption of sugar, simple carbs, fast foods, fried foods, etc. Cutting out wheat is my one struggle. I eat healthy but crave pasta and the like. 75% of the time I eat Whole Foods, never sweets but continue to want pasta. I NEED HELP !
Bonnie: unfortunately, it's not about "watching your diet"; it's about 100% avoiding foods that cause a strong auto-immune response in YOUR body. Everyone is different, and which foods you react to will be different than someone else. It can be helpful to try an elimination diet (like the Auto-Immune Protocol, or AIP) for a period of time (6-8 weeks, at least) to see how you respond. Best wishes! :D
And, if you crave wheat: make sure you are eating plenty of carbohydrates from safer sources: squash, sweet potato, fruits (especially berries), white rice, plantains, carrots, beets, parsnips, bananas, maybe even gluten-free grains, if tolerated (white rice is the best choice, due to no significant anti-nutrients).
Bonnie try chick pea pasta tastes delish and gluten free also low carb. Kind of expensive but you will love it
@@FifiAllia - Chick peas are legumes and have lectins, which are to be avoided.
Try going for millet pasta
I never had thyroid issues until I had to get radioactive iodine injected into me for an epidural cortisone injection for a herniated disc. I immediately had a reaction the second the procedure was over and my vitals all dropped. BP was 65/40 and heart rate was in the 30’s and I was covered in hives. About 1 month after that I started feeling a lump in my throat like when you’re trying not to cry during a movie. They had me do a CTscan and found a nodule on the right side. I’m convinced the iodine they injected caused this and now I’ve been dealing with bad fatigue as well as esophagus inflammation which I’m guessing is from stomach acid. Worst part is that the procedure for my herniated disc didn’t even help. I’ve gotten to the point that I don’t even trust a regular doctor anymore. But I’m not having much luck fixing my issues on my own either. 😣
Praying you get better soon!
You explain it clear in which No Other has Ever.
I have hyperthyroidism and Graves’ disease I didn’t get treated till last year and I was untreated for 3 years because of Covid when I had my first appointment she said that I was lucky I had a good heart and that most at my level only last 4 months untreated till they ended up in the hospital.
I’m hyper and been in a long medication. Thanks YT for recommending it, can’t believe it. And thanks for going to YT explaining it, Doc! I planned to check myself up to a doctor again once this pandemic lockdown ease up
Hi I just got cured hyper with eating yogurt try it
@@Kiyotakasugiyamafanclub what all did you do please tell me
Wow! Thank you so much. I would not have gotten this much excellent information from my own doctor in a million years.
Doctors should watch these videos too!
This doctor is wealthy, a good background, and has the time! My primary doctor has 5000 patients!
I’m hypo and have watched hundreds of videos and this has got to be the BEST and most informative 🙂
Oh that is a little sad. Because this vid is inaccurate. Go to Stop The Thyroid Madness (I am not affiliated). They understand thyroid issues much more thoroughly.
Thank you so much for taking your time to explain in easy terms about the symptoms that could be affecting the thyroid. I am 65 and listening to you discuss this topic has been an eye opener. Also thank you for not having any distracting music. I have subscribed to your podcast because I prefer the holistic approach. From Texas. 😊
This was so incredibly helpful. I spent years and thousands of dollars to learn what you told me in 17 mins. Of course I had to see what was “wrong” with me, but this was spot on.
I'm hypo and I have extreme heat intolerance. I open windows in the winter.
I can sympathize with you. Starting to hate summer cause it’s so hot and I live in Wisconsin!
@@karenday9109 the other nite it was 30 degrees i had the window open lol Happy Thanksgiving to you!
Yes a lot of hypo people are heat intolerant rather than cold, it is a common discussion on most UAT forums!
what is UAT?
UnderActive Thyroid or hypothyroidism.
Here's my take..food over supplements means do kelp for iodine..other trace minerals easy assimilation etc.
Ive been taking kelp. Has helped tremendously.
Wild Harvest organic is my preferred supplement.
@@matrixfree3480 Does it help for hypothyroid?
@@pamspencer5733 I have or had hypo- Low throid. So yes it heped me very much.
Kelp did zero for me
Dulse ocassionally too
@@YeshuaKingMessiah try detoxidine. I couldn’t do kelp either
I like how you deliver your content. It's crystal clear, easy to understand and your pacing gives us time to absorb what's being explained. I appreciate the considerations you have taken. And oh, your voice is so soothing to the ears!
Absolutely Agree with your entire post! And Yes, I love how soothing his voice is!! I have a thong about voices, as some voices can truly grate my nerves!....But Nope, NOT his! 😊
Shout out to all the thyroid cancer survivors! 😃
Thankyou! Where’s our ribbon? Lol
Yes, definitely thank you for not playing background music!
Glad this video popped up in my feed. I was given 2, 60 cc syringes of radioactive iodine ordered by endocrinologists when I was hypothyroid from Hashimoto's. I was sent home and went into thyroid storm. Non of this information was available back then. I wish it had been. It could have saved a lot of us from suffering & getting worse. Not to mention the mental frustrations and no one understanding what we were experiencing.
Wow, I’m glad you survived that. Had graves then hashi now graves eye disease. Always cold until the Vegas heat arrives then it’s waaayyy to hot
Why would they give you I-131 for hypothyroidism? It kills thyroid cells within the body and is used in the treatment of thyroid cancers.
Thank you Dr. Ekberg, I have been had most of these symptoms for over 10 years. My pituitary glan was not working at maximum efficiency, was sent to a specialist who arranged for an MRI to be done but was told although it was enlarged there was nothing to worry about. Had many blood tests done which showed my Thyroid test showed it was on the low lever but within the recommended medical levels. After suffering from anxiety, depression and now CPTSD. Awaiting for my second blood test for final diagnosis and will be put on medication for Hyporthyroidism. Have learnt more from your video than I've gotten from Doctor's over past 10 years. Australian Dr's are under the control of big Pharma = illness symptoms, treat symptoms not the cause.
@TONY ANZELLINO The doctors in the USA are also controlled by big pharma and only treat symptoms.
This is why I have seaweed regularly, it's great for iodine and other minerals.
Which brand
So I should good salt, but not the common salt sold cheaply. Redmond is a good brand, pink Himalayan is also good.
@@czechraiser I use sea salt and himalayan salt for cooking, but there is very little iodine in it.
@@roadrunner6694 I buy it dried in an Asian store, they are all good
@@katdroidd Yes, I find Asian markets are the best & most inexpensive place to buy seaweed, sold in convenient "snack size" packs of individual portions- often available in different flavor varieties.The same snack packages are sold in supermarkets & places like Whole Foods or Trader Joe's for QUADRUPLE the price!
I am hypothyroid (hashimotos) and can't put on weight. 168cm tall, 59kg. I have a mixture of hypo and hyper symptoms. Iodine increased the antibodies. Chronic congenital Lyme Disease caused mine. One symptom of Lyme is food allergies (coeliac, dairy).
Hello Laura
How are you doing today?
WOW.... finally a thorough, intelligent and clear explanation of a medical condition. THANK YOU SO VERY MUCH!
I was in the 1%. Had a thyroidectomy and got to feeling normal. Although I wished it could had been reversed naturally.
Hello. I'm sorry. I'm the same. I keep taking pills. Not mentally ready for the operation
Medicine is best to get it back under control. Surgery was last ditch effort to get me back to a semblance of normalcy. The best side effect of getting back to normal is my hair getting healthy And overall appearance better again.
A really clear, precise and understandable presentation. I have learned a lot in this short video. Thank you.
I have thyroid Doc. So that's why I always very easy tired😢😢😢 I am running 45 yrs. Old
Dr. Ekberg, I greatly appreciate your clear and helpful explanations on how to improve health. I have benefited personally. However, as a pharmacist, I need to point out that Tylenol is not a NSAID. Thanks for all you do!
This is the best explanation of the hyper/hypo thyroid - Thumb up!
Many doctors are concerned that this medication can poisen a person. My family member, a medical doctor educated at Cornel, stated when taking this medication if you become nervous you need to decrease the dosage. He said that all doctors need to take training in pharmacology.
Thankyou, maybe that is why I have anxiety. I have been on synthroid since I was 23. and Iam now 72yrs. I have Hashimotos. I got a goider and the synthroid shrunk it up. But I have problems sleeping also. And Iam always itching under my skin. Maybe it is from the synthroid.
Every time he says “health champions” I feel guilty, because I’m far from that 😩 I’m trying though...
Adele
Hey, we all have been there. That’s why we endet up on channels like that - because we’re not one of those lucky folks, to whom health and fitness seems to come naturally. At least you care. Everything else is just changing habits, one by one. And once your health start improving, that’s plenty of motivation, to keep going.
Rara Avis I agree! ❤️
Please don't beat yourself up or feel quilty.💝 Hashimoto's isn't your fault. It's can be a monster of a disease. Choose your foods wisely. No soy, avoid goitrogens (hope I spelled it right.😂), sugar, gluten, any foods you are sensitive too. Eliminating them helps me to feel better. Stress is an enemy. Beating yourself up your body interprets as stress. Also add the supplements you may need.
Mostly avoid all negative self talk and stress. We are all in this together. 💝🙏
@@raraavis7782 Exxxactly: we must encourage one another & research natural healthy foods & drinks & get rid of junk foods & drinks!! Doctors waiting rooms, health shops & chemists/druggists shops have lots of info: leaflets on simple, humble & healthy foods & drinks to buy & make at home to give us energy & get us all fighting fit: even just starting walking more, simple excercising at home & in the gym, etcetera!!! 🤗😍😇
Dr. Ekberg is awesome. Also take a look at Joe Dispenza here on RUclips.
Wishing you the greatest good!
germany has near to none natural iodine in the soil.
also, a study suggested that the birth years of 85/86/87 got their hashimotos most probably from the chernobyl incident.
the rain came down in germany.
i was one of the first kids here who were diagnosed with hashimots at the age of 10.
in my personal opinion/ experience, the radioactively provoked hashimotos doesnt have this rapid shrinking of the thyroid, which is quite interesting.
my thyroid should be less than pea sized after 25 years but its not, also it still produces t3 and t4 .
im still baffled that hashimotos is not being taken seriously. most people i encounter dismiss the side effects as just being lazy, tcomplainy, whatever.
fu**them.
im fighting with depression, anxiety, tachycardia, since my early teens.
every diabetic is being taken more seriously and is being pitied even if they got medication that actually helps and does something.
theres a chance that the receptors will recover, theres no such chance concerning auto immune conditions.
sorry for the angry rant, sometimes i just hate the world and everyone in it
I hope you get the help you need. xo Alles bestens.
rdmname.......I know how you feel, years ago I was listening to a program on the radio (before we had computers) and there was a talk where someone described what I was feeling but dismissed, the person they discussed had dropped dead. I went to my doctor and described my symptoms and what I had heard and I asked for a thyroid test, he roared with laughter but said he'd humour me. The test came back and I had a large goitre with nodules and it needed further investigation. I've had part of it taken out and apart from ending in the hospital a few years back due to a bad attack of tachycardia, now I hope that it never happens that bad again because I'll probably die. I was told they never saw a heart working so fast. Anyway, I'm 76 now and I stay out of the medical field as much as possible as since they're pushing this jab from which I will die on the spot, I just don't trust anyone anymore.
@@Vicki-sq4jw doctors are still pretty much ignorant concerning auto immune conditions. the millennial ones are actually awesome, theyre motivated, better educated and willing to try to move mountains for their patients. try a young doctor who still has passion for his job.
I'm with you. My Dr believes my thyroid was affected by the Chernobyl event too. I am American but was in Germany just after the event occured. It took me 13 years to discover my thyroid was causing my health issues because I'm a male and it was considered a female disease.
@@Deacon_T yep, took my dedicated doctors over a year to get even close to the actual diagnosis cause nobody believed a kid could have it.
it was a near fact then that only 40+ yo women get it
I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism at the age of 48 in 2007. I ceased menstruation around the same time. I have always wondered if the two were connected.
Fabulous job explaining Hypothyroid and Hypothyroid differences !!! Very thorough !!! Thank you !!!
I need so much help. I had my thyroid removed in 2007 and my life has never been the same.
Same here. I had mine removed in '17 and I haven't been the same ever since.
I’m so sorry. Maybe you could find a holistic dr to help. I recommend one who uses nutrition response testing
You should have never removed it. Keep all parts of your body for as long as you can and work with a naturopathic doctor instead of conventional medicine
@@RoxanneGutierrez010 that cment doesn't help them now because what's done is done. so start by saying sorry about what happened to you, try a holistic dr., & I hope it works out well for you. much nicer don't you think?
I'm dealing with the same thing. Going to my doctor next week to see if I can change my generic med for name brand med. I've heard some people have allergic reaction to the generic medicine and don't realize it.
I wish I’d found this when my thyroid went hyper. It took 5 doctors for me to end up with my general physician, who finally tested my blood for thyroid levels and diagnosed me with Graves.
Thank you Dr Ekberg for sharing and clarifying signs of hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism. I have been on Levothyroxine since 1992. I have hypo-t. I knew something was wrong 2 months ago. Symptoms were brittle nails, gaining weight and eating the same, feeling pudgy, slow and fatigued. Is was at 6.7 TSH level. Also, I have a nodule on my thyroid. Size has not changed in 15 years when it was first discovered. No recommendation was made by my provider and no change in my medication. It continued at 150 mcg levothyroxine. I think what caused it I was hungry in the morning and ate yogurt after taking my daily pills.
Over 30yrs ago i had radioactive treatment, not long after that i was put on thyroxine and i'm still on it today i'm nearly 74yrs old x
I have underactive thyroid. I take Levothyroxine sodium 50MCG I am losing weight and feeling better now.
Amazing!❤️ I first was diagnosed at 23( now 45) with overactive thyroid to eventually radio iodine treatment so now under active.but doctors not attempt to explain much.
I feel anyone who that is diagnosed thyroid issues, should watched this video to gained a clear understanding!
I thought that treatment is only applicable to thyroid Cancer?
How I wish I had heard what you have to say here in this helpfully informative video before I let anyone take out my thyroid. So many people seem to display problematic symptoms with their thyroid, many go undetected by conventional medical protocols. This video will be shared with others so maybe they could be pointed into a clearer direction than I was concerning their own health. Being made aware of the underlying factors concerning the thyroid's imbalances are the key to knowing how to set the direction of how to achieve wellness. Autoimmune conditions seem to prevail in this country to the point where the general population believes that looking and feeling sick is normal.
OMG, gasping because you just described everything I'm going through hypothyroid.
Me too and doctors just keep telling me I am crazy and just eat too much . Ok when was 1000 calories ever considered a lot 🙄
My daughter was first diagnosed hyper and took the radioactive pills, then hypo (& diagnosed Hashimoto): I wonder if they killed of too many thyroid cells with the pills.. She really was first hyperactive and now very calm. Or can hyper naturally turn into hypo? Don't see clues for that in this video... As a child I was also first hyperactive and then turned ever calmer until at 50 was diagnosed hypo, (after moving to a developed country)
Such an eye-opening video! It's so important to recognize these signs early and take action to maintain a healthy thyroid. Thank you for raising awareness about this crucial issue!
I for sure know it can affect periods before my low thyroid diagnosis I thought I would bleed to death after several months on medication it’s finally normal !
I had terrible periods when I was a teenager. Very heavy bleeding and lots of bad cramps and back ache. Out of 5 kids I was the only chubby one. I was not sluggish when I was little. Very active and played softball until I was 40yrs. But when I was 23 I got a goider. My hair started falling out by the hands full. I would wake up in the mornings and feel like I never went to bed. My mother noticed my neck was swollen. I have Hasimotos. I have been on synthroid since I was 23 yrs. And Iam now 72yrs. I use to have cold hands and feet. Now Iam hot alot. Don't know if it is from thyroid,but most probably since it is a hormone gland. Had a hysterectomy at 40.
So periods can get a lot worse when you have Hashimotos. But why? I thought the body tried to save energy as it isn't producing enough. Could Hashimoto also make your periods stop completely?
I love the way you talk it's slow and clear. Thank you for no music. Your voice is super good
Been diagnosed with Hashimoto 's hypotheroidism for almost 19 years, thanks a lot for the video
Thank you Olga Athaniti.
Hi, I got the same thing that you have. How and if you gain weight or lose weight. I need to lose the weight.
Well if you have Hashimoto's what's being done to correct it?
Just been diagnosed with hyperthyroid after 20 years of being told I'm a burden on the system 😢 I went through my blood tests myself and my RA is also high 24 which is actually one of my worst symptoms but not even mentioned during my consult I've had very severe granular annular not even mentioned thank you to this doctor for pointing out that it's likely an autoimmune condition
Yet, most doctors ignore it. Especially, in women. I know women that were placed on antidepressants rather than being tested for thyroid disease. The range is inaccurate (which has been changed) & reverse T3 is rarely taken into consideration.
Well done! This was so clear, short and sweet!
I have studied these same topics in my degrees and the continuing ed. courses that we have to do for our licensing.
Your presentation clarified things that I was supposed to know already.
Thank you so much!
Thank you for this. I've been struggling with my thyroid for years.
My thyroid was so bad, when my doctor did bloodwork it was 498. He asked me how I was even functioning, I told him I wasn't. I was like a shell of a person. There are big gaps of time that I don't even remember and he told me that if I didn't go to him I would have died.
😳😨😱
Spent hours searching for information about this. This is by far the most thorough and informative presentation.
I don’t have a thyroid as I had thyroid cancer! It’s been rough but I’m getting better! 😊
Thankyou so much Dr Ekberg! You are the only one I have come across who has mentioned that a TSH of 0.5 to 1.8 can actually be functional hypothyroid. I had a TSH of 1.14 which is considered normal by my doctors and many others online. I had hypothyroid symptoms though so I was left wondering. The underperforming pituitary gland makes sense to me.
It is a shame that many people are suffering and go undiagnosed because of this difference of opinion.
I'm in awe of this doctor!! 💯
Thank you Mia Vos. 😊
@@drekberg same! a beautiful soul! thank you
Finally I found Awe Doctor.....❤️😍..... I subscribed immediately 👍🏻
YES! He explained Hashimoto's better than my doctor did!
Thank you, Sir!
GOD bless you abundantly! 🛐👸🏽🕊️🇺🇸
Just thought I would add this FYI. I had (Past Tense) Hypothyroid however it was not due to Iodine. After much research I found it to be my gallbladder was compacted with fat stones as well as my liver. One day my blood preassure was 73/27. I did not want it removed and if I had gione to the emergency room I would have nxt been sent to the opperating table. Instead I did a liver and gallbaladder flush 3,000 stones can out in my first flush and my blood preassure went up. It was not yet normal but it gained 20/20. After approx. 3 to 4 flushes BP was almost normal. After 7 flushes it was back to normal and now I'm on my 9th flush over the past year. So mine was caused by a fatty liver/gallbladder from eating too many carbs such as breads, chips, crackers, beer and cookies. Sugar also helped this. Also note I never gained weight. I'm 51 and lok 35 and athletic build. I hope this helps somebody out there.
This was powerful. The human body is such a delicate machinery yet can be worrisome and complicated. Thank you, Doctor for this valuable knowledge.
hi doctor, could you please make a video about multiple scleroses , how to manage, lm 62
I was diagnosed with Graves’ disease and was told I should get the radioactive iodine treatment. I opted for methimazole instead. I’m glad I did because I’ve been in remission ever since I quit smoking and changed my diet to plant based. I’ve cut down on processed foods and don’t eat dairy, also quit caffeinated coffee. (Drink 1 cup of decaf in the a.m. only.) Last time I was on meds for my thyroid was in 2016. Most recent bloodwork was three months ago, and still good.
Dr. Ekberg is amazing! I just recently got diagnosed with hypothyroidism and just had a blood test that shows my TSH levels at exactly 1.8. My doctor said everything is fine now because it's "below 5.0" but I don't feel any better at all. Because of this video I realize why! I'm still in the "functioning hypo" range. I'm so frustrated that more doctors don't have the proper knowledge about how inaccurate the most common lab range is. Hopefully I can get my dosage of synthroid increased and/or I will start taking iodine supplements because I'm not a fan of anything that comes from the sea. I have been taking probiotics for the gut so hopefully I will see a difference with that soon.
Thank you so much Dr. Ekberg!
same here
IM STRUCK BY HOW THE SYMPTOMS SOUND LIKE A VERSION OF THE SAME WHETHER YOU HAVE HYPO OR HYPER.
The symptoms are as different as fast v slow and as up v down so watch the video again
@3:10
Some symptoms are similar but most are not. I also believe it is possible to have both sets of symptoms depending on time of day which could involve other hormones besides TSH. I know, I and other siblings experience them. That is why it is important to get a WHOLE picture of what is going on. Pituitary tumors such as a prolactinoma could be driving symptoms which would mean the thyroid isn't the issue. Those were not mentioned.
Summary of symptoms.
Hypo=Cold; Slow Metabolism; Coarse brittle hair and hair loss; Slow Bowel Function; Mood-Depression, Poor Focus & Memory Problems; Goiter caused by iodine deficiency usually huge in size; Skin changes-rough, coarse dry skin; Eyes-swollen, puffy; Energy-Chronic Fatigue per not enough energy made; Heart rate is slower.
Hyper= is rare. 1% population
Hot, Fast Metabolism; Fine brittle hair and hair loss; Fast Bowel Function; Mood-Agitation & Anxiety Also Poor Focus as can't center yourself, possibly a tremor; Goiter caused by tumor or nodules, not as large as hypo goiter; Skin changes-thin, paper-like skin; Eyes-Bulging; Energy-Also Fatigue-Energy used up quickly ie,: making heat but not available for other necessary things, also can't sleep; Heart rate is fast.
That's exactly what my husband says, when I found mine, but actually not really, because I have hyperthyroid before and because of the medication now it goes the opposite.
I have hypothyroidism and I am sensitive to heat. I also have multiple thyroid nodules.
Never heard anything so clear !!
THANKS for making thyroid problem easier to understand. God bless!!
I’m hypo and never gained weight as I’m physically fit and active in my fitness routine. But chronic fatigue and thinning hair is what I experienced. This is so helpful. Thank you.
I'm curious, are you taking any medication. My daughter has me taking Armour Thyoid. I'm always tired.
Have you heard of a correlation between PTSD and hypothyroidism as a secondary diagnosis? I've read some recent research that links the two, but haven't heard much on the topic lately.
What is PTSD?
@@themidnite515 Post-traumatic stress disorder.
I, from personal experience, believe that the emotional and psychological impact that is powerful enough to cause long-term PTSD/C-PTSD symptoms, is definitely capable of triggering a powerful physiological stress response that has been linked to thyroid dysfunction. In traumatic situations the body reacts by releasing different chemicals and hormones which is what it's supposed to do in order to adjust to a temporary, high level of danger and/or stress. But when we experience a traumatic event, it can cause our body to stay in a continuous state of stress for long periods of time, resulting in a sustained release of chemicals in our body that are only supposed to be released temporarily. So since stress is already known to have adverse effects on the thyroid, experiencing stress that's severe enough to rewire our brain and cause symptoms of PTSD, only makes sense would cause extreme and exaggerated consequences to the thyroid as well.
Thank you Doctor. You've answered fully that million dollar question on this thyroid outburst problem that I'd 2 months ago. I know what I need to take note now
Clear and calm teaching you are a amazing teacher.
I was complaining to my Thyroid dr about the side effects from one of my thyroid meds. His answer was is you go off your meds I will not see you anymore. I was born with half a thyroid and have nodules! I'm having problems and that's we he said!!