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[Jayincy]

[size=150]Yasas! Great to be back! I was a member 3 years ago and forgot my username and password. Anyway, I need your help guys. I been trying to gain weight for years now but failed. I did a little research and came accross to this disease called hyperthyroidism. I have all the symptoms so I assume I have this disease. But I want to see a doctor to confirm this. Do you know any hospital I can go to? I have this insurance called atlantic from my college. Its in greek so I dont understand it. Can use it if ever? Thank you in advance!

[GreekIslandGirl]

Hello Jayincy - checking for hyperthyroidism is very simple, just a blood test. Most doctors can organise this for you - you need to ask for it specifically.

I would be surprised if you've had this for 'years' without collapsing - I had it for 6 months undiagnosed and I was pretty loopy over that time. Consuming boxes of chocolates daily and still losing weight (I wish, now! ). My GP missed all the signs and told me I had exam nerves!

Luckily my lovely mum noticed my enlarged thyroid as she was making me a new dress.

Do you also have an enlarged butterfly shaped nodule on the front of your throat? Large eyes?

[Lordo]

it is a very serious condition and must be treated. if left untreated in can lead to a stroke. as gig said give some blood to find out and get your doctor to give you medication. while you are getting treated for that you may want to check your blood pressure and take medication to prevent clots.

[Get Real!]

I have this insurance called atlantic from my college. Its in greek so I dont understand it. Can use it if ever? Thank you in advance!

Why don’t you scan the insurance fine print/details (minus your personal details) and upload it here as an image and we’ll take a look and tell you your entitlements.

[Lordo]

This can all be done via the family doctor and general hospital. it is a very simple procedure but very serious matter and they will not make you wait long.


dont tell them you have been suffering it for years otherwise they will get out for paying for it cause you did not declare it.

[Jayincy]

Hello Jayincy - checking for hyperthyroidism is very simple, just a blood test. Most doctors can organise this for you - you need to ask for it specifically.

I would be surprised if you've had this for 'years' without collapsing - I had it for 6 months undiagnosed and I was pretty loopy over that time. Consuming boxes of chocolates daily and still losing weight (I wish, now! ). My GP missed all the signs and told me I had exam nerves!

Luckily my lovely mum noticed my enlarged thyroid as she was making me a new dress.

Do you also have an enlarged butterfly shaped nodule on the front of your throat? Large eyes?

Well I am not sure yet If I really have it. I am just assuming I have it because I have some of the symptoms like (Rapid heartbeat, Sweating hands, Frequent bowel movement, always hungry, never gain weight but lose weight [even though I eat a lot, like atleast 5 meals a day] Nervousness or anxiety, Fatigue or muscle weakness and Trouble sleeping. Luckily, no. I have never collapsed though there are times i feel dizzy. and no again I dont have an enlarged butterfly shaped nodule on the front of your throat and large eyes.

[Jayincy]

dont tell them you have been suffering it for years otherwise they will get out for paying for it cause you did not declare it.

I am glad you said it. But dont you think they will suspect me since I am always been small and skinny person?

[Jayincy]

I have this insurance called atlantic from my college. Its in greek so I dont understand it. Can use it if ever? Thank you in advance!

Why don’t you scan the insurance fine print/details (minus your personal details) and upload it here as an image and we’ll take a look and tell you your entitlements.

[Lordo]

you can just say you have been suffering for a few months. i really dont think they will make a fuss as the treatment is not a big deal. they will just put you on medication and check your thryoid level every so often with blood sample. compared to a heart surgery it will cost nothing. your heart is not just fast it may well be erratic too and not functioning correctly. blood is not getting into your muscles correctly. ecg will soon identify it. the solution is very cheap and easy. just medication. they may decide to remove your thyoroid but even that is real easy. it is not a major operation and only if the medication fails. but you must see to it urgently. it is very serious if left untreated.

[Jayincy]

you can just say you have been suffering for a few months. i really dont think they will make a fuss as the treatment is not a big deal. they will just put you on medication and check your thryoid level every so often with blood sample. compared to a heart surgery it will cost nothing. your heart is not just fast it may well be erratic too and not functioning correctly. blood is not getting into your muscles correctly. ecg will soon identify it. the solution is very cheap and easy. just medication. they may decide to remove your thyoroid but even that is real easy. it is not a major operation and only if the medication fails. but you must see to it urgently. it is very serious if left untreated.

Actually, i think I have this for many years now. I have irregular heartbeat for as long as i can remember(maybe around 13 yrs old) but i ignored it since I dont feel anything bad aside from i look very skiny and never gain weight. should I arrange appointment first? or can i go to any hospital and say I have hyperthyroidism. How much did it cost you? did you go for radioactive iodine treatment?