You may find that t4 supplimentation is inadequate. Some of us don't seem to take off that ion (?)?to turn the t4 into t3, which is what the body needs.? Armour or a timed released t3 is the only thyroid product that works for many.? Good luck!


-----Original Message-----
From: David Brown (dbrown) <[log in to unmask]>
To: [log in to unmask]
Sent: Tue, 25 Sep 2007 6:05 pm
Subject: A Couple More Question on Treatment Options



 
> TSH      5.18
> Free T3  Normal
> Free T4  Normal
> Antibodies       662
 
In a word, YIKES. 
 
 
Doc Don and Chuck:
 
First, I thank both of you for your help.  
 
My appointment is a week from today and I am trying to get as much information 
as I can.  After mowing about a half acre of my lawn with a push mower and 
feeling just great, it is difficult for me to relate to YIKES.  But hey, if I am 
sick, I am sick and want to do whatever I need.
 
Here are my questions (anyone who can help, please jump in):

*   
    If my T4 is in the normal range, why should I supplement it?  I am not 
arguing with you -- just want to understand a bit what is going on.
*   
    I have had the same doctor and blood tests about every six months for the 
past five years, so I am sure that this is a new development.  Could this be 
something that has been undetected for some time?
*   
    I have heard that natural replacement is preferred over synthetic?  Does 
anyone have some experience or advice on this?

I hope that you will not mind following up with me on these questions.  Again, 
you have been a great help.

Take care -- dave

 
 




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