**Revised** update on my health

Hi Nicole -
I did mention the iron infusions because my ferritin level is at 6 but it was pretty much dismissed.  Perhaps I'll poke and prod a bit more to see if he gives in.

Thanks for your support,
Christina

My ferritin was at a 4 so I got one infusion in October. A couple of weeks ago it was a 19, so I got another one. I was absolutely dragging when my ferritein was that low. You must feel like heck.

The infusions are a breeze, let me tell you. And because I can't have my kids with it's like a 3-hour vacation! Push for it, if you can. To get your iron up from the basement, you may need to pull out the big guns.

Nicolle

Yep, I have been dragging big time.  Not able to function hardly at all.  I will press the issue again.

Thanks,
Christina

I always do research and then print stuff out. I then highlight all that I feel pertains to me, I then go to doc armed and dangerous. I make them either do it my way or come up with some good points of whay at that time things should remain as they are.  Ask your primary doc his or her advice on all the levels you have here and see what there advice is as well!  Best of luck and sending some heathy energy vibes your way }}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}

Karen

Christina,

Glad to hear you got some answers.  The thyroid can wreck havoc if not under control, so hopefully your meds will quickly work!  Take care.  georgie

Thank you all for your kind words.  I tell ya, I don't know what I would do w/out the frienship and support from all of you.  It is so greatly appreciated. 
I'm sure I will be back to normal soon.  (whatever normal is) LOL

Christina

Christina,
So glad you found out something at least.  I'm sure it helps so much to know it actually is something physical.  Sending lots of good thoughts your way.

Lynn

Hi Christina,

I hope you feel better soon.  Honestly, I completely can understand where you are coming from with this.  From what my Dr explained(not sure if it's right or not) but your thyroid has a lot to do with you feel emotionally and physically.  So when it's not working right it can lead to feeling sluggish, depressed, and just plain crappy.  From what I have read stress can also impact how you feel. I'm sure your dr will find the right combination to help you feel better.  Just take your time and know you are not alone.  I am constantly having to have my thyroid medicine adjusted. I kinda can tell when a change is needed because I can't sleep and my hair starts to fall out. 

Feel better soon!

Lourdes

Thanks Lourdes.