Hypothyroidism | Under-Active Thyroid | What All Patients Need to Know

Diagnosed with Under-Active Thyroid (Hypothyroidism)? British Doctor Dr Hart-Pinto tells you all you need to know about your Under-active thyroid.

This patient information video on hypothyroidism. covers your questions on; what is Hypothyroidism / under active thyroid? Are there any risk factors for getting an under active thyroid? What are the symptoms of Hypothyroidism? & how is it diagnosed? How will your under active thyroid be treated? What are the problems if my under active thyroid isn't treated?

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TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 Intro
0:38 What is under-active thyroid & What causes it?
3:00 Are there any risk factors for getting an under-active thyroid?
3:18 What are the symptoms of Hypothyroidism?
4:15 how Hypothyroidism diagnosed?
5:31 How will your under-active thyroid be treated?
6:42 What are the problems if my under-active thyroid isn't treated?

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Authors:
1. Dr. A. Hart-Pinto MBChB (Hons) BSc (Hons) MRCS
2. Dr. Najeebah Jaunbocus MBChB MRCGP

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Comment below with any questions or your personal experience with hypothyroidism or other thyroid issues.

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JHPMEDICAL

[dannymite]

Had this disease since i was 19, now 42.
Been on levothyroxine ever since and no improvement in my health since.Main issues are, depression anxiety generally fatigued all the time.
Changed my life, and upsetting that general public have no understanding of it.People just think that because your on tablets for it your fine.

[comfysnow]

The worst thing is finding out you have under active thyroid when you're in the middle of dealing with an eating disorder and body image issues...

[jamesfellender]

I’ve been diagnosed with an under active thyroid a few years back, I take levothyroxine tablets for it, can still live a normal life:), just have to get a blood test every 6 months to monitor it, hope everyone copes well with this disease

[Samsen_]

30 here and was diagnosed a few years ago. I take levothyroxine every morning (125MCG), and trying my best to start going to the gym. Just keep going.

[GainAccess]

My TSH level is ( 76 )😂 and I’m just 23 yr old male. I’m hypothyroidism. I’m hitting gym regularly and high protein diet. Also taking thyroxine 125mg daily at morning empty stomach. After that my thyroid came to normal ( 2.9 )🥹😎. But still I feel sleep or tiredness in afternoon only. Hope for best 💪😃

[bflathead]

I’m 63 and was just diagnosed with this condition. I’m working with my doctors to start my medication and maintenance. Thank you for this informative video.

[corryjookit]

My underactive thyroid went undiagnosed for almost ten years. I was sleeping almost 20 hours per day, yet still felt exhausted. My feet were always freezing, I used to have what I can only describe as some sort of attack. It would be like a sudden wave washing over me, followed by extremely bad, and horrific pain all over my body. I needed to lie in my bed until the attack was over, probably about 5/6 hours. I could not understand what was happening to me. I also hsd a lump growing on my neck, which the Doctor told me was swollen glands. I was given antibiotics, but the lump remained in situ. I was extremely concerned and upset. It wasn't until I went to the Doctor and told him about what I was calling an attack. This moved him to test my blood for Thyroid problems. All in all I think it was about ten years.
What I don't understand is how Thyroxine could make a difference, as surely all those years of illness, and pain, must have knocked it for six. Also prior to this happening to me, I'd experienced a horrific case of shingles, which were around my breasts, my back, my arms. It takes along time to appear, and I believe other things were the forerunner of shingles. I would walk down the strret and find a leg, or both legs coming to a sudden painful halt, I was unable to walk pain free. I often thought I'd collapse in the street. This went on for weeks and weeks, and then I began getting a stabbing pain under my left breasy. I thought I was going to have a heart attack. The shingles showed themselves and blood blisters were everywhere. Both breasts became i fected, particularly the left one, and there are marks left behind. The pain was severe., i also had, and still have Post Herpetic Neuralgia. All these years later, still painful. I went to hospital to discuss treatment for this and was given a brand new cream, invented by the native Americans from peppers. I think it was very brand new. Trouble was that the additional pain it gave me was more dreadful. I was unable to continue due to the extra load of pain. I understand the theory behind it, but it's not for everyone.. Please read this and let me know if there's any hope for the future. 1993 was the year and it's ongoing.

[oleworm]

I’m a 19yo male and didn’t find out I had hypothyroidism until I was 12 and just recently I went and got an ultrasound for my thyroid and it has completely deteriorated and I sleep about 8-12 hours, I also start itching really bad and hardly have energy to get out of bed some days, but propel flavored water has helped out and given me energy to be able to get out of bed and do activities with my friends

[bryanafortier]

Thank you for making this video on hypothyroidism. You made it so simple and very easy to fully understand.

[heathermays]

Thanks for the video!! Thank you for explaining this in a way that easy to understand. I just was diagnosed and it feels like my body has been put through war.

[ntlaserna]

I'm 25 years old. My whole family (and I'm not exaggerating) has problems with their thyroids: most of them hypothyroidism, but my dad passed away due to undiagnosed hyperthyroidism. I always requested to get tested but I got it rejected by my doctors until last week. I'm always tired, I have drastic mood swings, I'm always constipated, I suffer from the worst migraines and even after 1 year of exercising and eating healthy (following a nutritionist's instructions) I haven't lost weight - and I used to be super skinny. I honestly thought I was going crazy and maybe I was just suffering from depression.

My TSH levels are increased (6.024 to be exact, and the limit is 4 according to the exam), but now my doctor said she won't send me medication and that I just have to stop eating gluten, lactose, sausages, pork, canned food, wheat, sugar, and fruits. So basically, I can't eat lol and she says THAT will fix my thyroid. Anyone can share their thoughts on this? I feel so unmotivated, confused and sad.

[eyang]

I hate hypothyroidism. It screws up everything of a person. I'm challenging it with regular exercising and diet.

[irbeast]

I have an appointment coming up soon with my endocrinologist. I’m extremely lethargic most of the day, I’m a 27M, some days I literally sleep 14-16 hours in a day and I’m very depressed. I’ve never felt like this, i have horrible mood swings, sometimes I’m driving home from work and out of nowhere I just start to cry for no reason. I have intrusive thoughts of killing myself sometimes, something I’ve never experienced. Im hopeful, but at the same time I would be ok if I just didn’t wake up one morning 😢

[marigold.]

Idk if I've gained weight, but I literally eat like a skinny person and I still feel fat, bloated and I have a stubborn lower belly pooch :(

[jjaybird]

Thank you for the very thorough explanation of Hypothyroidism. I was recently diagnosed. I have ulcerative colitis, and afib in addition to now having thyroid disease. It's quite taxing to take diltiazem and the levothyroxin. I'm feeling very fatigued and no longer have the energy to do anything. I can barely walk my dog. Strangely enough, I lost a lot of weight, and was surprised to find out that my cholestoral was high (LDL 174). I am now afraid to eat in fear of exacerbating the high cholesterol. I am experiencing the tingling not only in the hands and feet, my face and my scalp, and I have periods of feeling lightheaded. I was on a drug called Imuran for a number of years, so I suspect this is an immune issue. I have have a goiter, and nodes under my jaw and behind my ears. My primary care physician put me on 25mcg of the levothyroxin, but I don't feel that he's been thorough enough so I made an appointment with an endocrinologist. When I asked him if the goiter and nodes were related to the hypothryoidism, his response was no, you should go see a surgeon and get a biopsy. I had to go to 3 doctors, who all did bloodwork before I got the thyroid diagnosis. A rheumatologist was the one who ultimately gave me the news regarding my thyroid. I'm glad I didn't give up. I'm praying that the endocrinologist can help me.

[jaynecarrie]

I am 33 years old sent to see a specialist without medication after 12 months!
This has help me know what happens

[maemystery]

I’m 32, just got diagnosed and put on meds, I am taking 75 mg levothyroxine in the morning. Unfortunately still extremely tired all day and it hurts very badly to walk and stand. I have been recommended physical therapy but haven’t been able to schedule it because I have to work full time to support my family and this condition is not considered a serious disability. I can sleep all day and feel like I haven’t rested at all. I am struggling with severe brain fog, can barely remember basic tasks and often don’t have the energy to attempt anything other than what I have to do to make money to survive.

[Mark-culz]

Am 31 and was born without a thyroid, have been taking levothyroxine it my whole life. Have only just found out that i should wait 30 to 60 minutes after taking my medication to have a coffee in the morning.

[beccisimpson]

Great video. Have just had half my goitre removed as it got so enormous. There is not enough promotion about our condition. Still learning more now after 3 yrs.