what I've been trying to hide the past few months

just like so much stuff involves hormones thyroid...i didnt even realize
BUT
I am gonna remain positive and the first step is admitting whats been going on

symptoms:

tired all the time
muscle and joint pain
dry skin and eyes (cant wear makeup or contacts for a long time)
anxiety
heart palpitations
no energy
trouble remembering (makes doing simple chores hard )
trouble doing simple tasks because im so fatigued
foggy brain
weight gain
swollen legs and face
feel sick all the time
feel like im gonna pass out often
not acting like myself
feeling down to an extreme level
metabolism dropped
throat hurts

[RaeDizzleExtras]

The comments are SO INCREDBLE. Guys I cant appreciate your love and support anymore. ❤

[fakenamefakesurname]

I'm sad when youtubers feel to apologise for not uploading, i mean it's not as subscribers are paying a subscription to your channel. There's no obligations, this is a biunivocal relationship, we watch cause we like, you upload cause you want to share something. If you don't feel like uploading because of your health itls ok. Take care

[HulloAlice]

Rae, that sounds so tough to deal with, I'm so sorry!! :( Sending you all the love and kind thoughts! Definitely focus on getting better. You are a person first, before anything! Your health is so, so important! <3

[KirstyPartridgeArt]

I really admire you Rae for making this video. I am sorry your having to go through this you really don't deserve it! I hope your new dosage will work for you and you get back to normal ASAP. Don't worry and stress about your upload schedule too much, just do what you can. It isn't worth risking your health over. Mainly the people asking for more content from you wouldn't of had any idea about your personal circumstances but now they do I am pretty sure everyone understands your reasoning for having less uploads. I really hope you start to feel better soon <3 <3

[claire]

Rae, don't worry about your schedule for uploading... just take a break from it for a bit... you don't wanna make anything worse ya know?? I hope you feel well enough sooner than later, but your health is what's most important...
We your true fans love you, and will understand that your sick, people who are mad about it aren't real fans, and I hope you can understand well stick by you through this whole thing ♡
(Thanks for all the likes, make sure you comment good wishes for rae as well, show as much support for her health as possible! We have to let her know her health is more important than giving us content)

[KatyVaughanArt]

You were so brave to make this video! Please concentrate on getting better and don't push yourself! Your health is your number 1 priority! You are an incredible person and an inspiration to so many people! <3

[JenniferCharleeArt]

I'm so so sorry you be been going through all this...thanks for being real with us and letting us know. No need to apologize for anything. As for diet stuff...it may be worthwhile to look into a high fat low carb diet like keto (what I have been on for just over 2 years) as it can help your body heal a bit and it is a lower inflamitory diet so that could help too (plus it's delicious lol). My best friend has dealt and has been overcoming thyroid issues (and cancer actually) so I have at least a tiny bit of knowledge in the area. Feel free to reach out or DM on Twitter if you want more diet info or just a friend to listen to you complain haha 💕 Much love and healing being sent your way!

[SoCraftastic]

I'm so sorry to hear you're going through this, Rae. :( Hopefully you will be able to feel better in the near future. Try not to stress too much about an upload schedule - it's difficult enough during times of good health. Your body is counting on you to stay as rested and relaxed as possible to help it recover. Sending love. <3

[leetp]

Don’t apologize take as much time as you need. Your health means more to us than anything.

[MalachiTheFallen]

There are always challenges in life, but I have faith in you. You got this Rae Rae! YOU WILL GET BETTER!

[lauxo]

This sounds absolutely horrible to deal with. Please try not to feel guilty for not uploading as often ❤️ I hope you get well soon

[marteeee]

Whoever is the one person that disliked this has no soul

[isabellaobradovich]

Aw rae hope you get better. Don't worry about sticking to your uploading schedule... just work on getting better because that's what really matters.
much love from VA!
-isa
also REMEMBER MEEEE

[equesdeventusoccasus]

My mother went the same thing for years, so I feel for you and understand. as far as the feelings that you are less attractive due to this, your beauty shines through everything. Dandelion root tea is a far better diuretic than coffee. It's so good that many medicines that act as diuretics specifically warn not to use both together. Just be careful with the diuretics, as chronic dehydration can also cause many of the same symptoms you are having. You are and will be in my thoughts and prayers.
In this last bit I probably speak for most of your viewers, when I say: stay positive, because we are positive you are and will stay beautiful.

[morigannaify]

Oh dear Rae I feel for you. I did look up information on some Thyroid related diseases and yes it seems you may indeed have Hashimoto's Disease. Here is some info I found and please forgive me for this long comment. I want to help as much as I can.

Symptoms of Hashimoto's Thyroiditis
Hashimoto's symptoms may be mild at first or take years to develop. The first sign of the disease is often an enlarged thyroid, called a goiter. The goiter may cause the front of your neck to look swollen. A large goiter may make swallowing difficult. Other symptoms of an underactive thyroid due to Hashimoto's may include:


weight gain
fatigue
paleness or puffiness of the face
joint and muscle pain
constipation
inability to get warm
difficulty getting pregnant
joint and muscle pain
hair loss or thinning, brittle hair
irregular or heavy menstrual periods
depression
slowed heart rate
Because the symptoms of Hashimoto's thyroid may be similar to those for other medical conditions, it is important to see your doctor for a diagnosis.

Diet suggestion:

Lots of vegetables high in Iodine, Selenium and Zinc.( careful with salt as it can cause bloating in large doses.)

Optimal diet:

Vegetarian diet
Gluten Free Diet
Paleo Diet

*disclaimer* I got the diet ideas from a site called : Healthline.com
Got the Hashimoto Disease info from a sit called: Mayo Clinic. (hopefully got that right as I did look up several other sites for the same info)

I hope this helps. The proper medication is really important and also the proper diet so you can begin to feel better. This is an autoimmune disease as well so explains why you have not been able to get better. Please get the flu shot and find ways of eating foods high in antioxidants such as Gojo berries, Pomegranate, Cranberries (juice is an excellent way) blueberries and other berries.
Ok So I too have a lot of medical issues and several autoimmune illnesses. Oh and Honey with tea is excellent anti coughing and sore throat reliever. Honey is a natural antibiotic. Feel better soon hun and I do hope this was helpful! Some cases require the removal of the thyroid glands. It is a hormone regulator so depression, chronic fatigue and chronic insomnia muscle aches and pains and moodiness are all symptomatic. Please fee better and take the time to rest. We will be here cheering you on Rae. Remember you have a Super Power: Being an artist and also you are after all SUPER RAE! You got this girl! xo Love you.

[caseywatts]

Hey Rae. I understand what you're going through. I got sick in September of 2016 and I'm still battling it. I used to be in a wheelchair because I was too weak to walk. I've gotten a lot better, but its still there. It's okay to be sad, just know that you aren't alone. You're right, it IS one step at a time, one day at a time, take your time. Focus on your health, your body will thank you. Don't feel guilty for sleeping and taking naps. Don't let YouTube stress you out, stress makes it worse, in my experience. We all love you and want you to get better. You got this! <3

[savannah]

My mom had the same problem in 2015. But she got better around a year later! Please hold on Rae just like my mom did! 3 years later and she is so much better!

[MangaAndSkyrim]

I was diagnosed with hypothyroid 3 years ago, i understand what your going through. I slept 22 hours yesterday, i have to sleep at least 12 hours to get anything done. I understand the emotional problems too. stay strong

[TheGamingPandicorn]

It's fine don't worry hope you get better and don't stress out about uploading I know how it's feels stay positive

[Jzizzles]

Aww Rae :'( Take as much time as you need to recover. Your health is more important than making videos. <3 get well soon!