Finally know why tired and wt loss stalled!

Well...got a call from doc today and she confirmed i am hypothyroid so at least now i know why my wt loss hasn't moved for the past 15 days and why i am so sluggish!!!   That is a relief as at least they can treat it and eventually, it will come off like it's supposed to.   The bad part is that synthroid is slow to get in your system and it may be 8 to 12 weeks before i feel the full effects.   They also start with a small dose and i get tested in a few months and then decide if it needs to be increased.     Thanks all, Pam

Hi Pam.  I'm sorry you have the problem, but I'm sure you're relieved to have some answers.  I can totally relate.  I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism about 11 years ago.  It does take some trial and error getting the dosages right with the medicine, but once it's correct, you'll feel just like new.  Good luck and happy losing!   LorieAnne

I really am so now we can do something about it! thanks, pam

So glad you were officially diagnosed and know what you are dealing with. Now it's on to treatment. Don't be surprised if it takes a bit for your dosage to get right, but that is normal.  Be sure to get checked at least once a year afterwards. My dosage has increased some over the years so it pays to be checked...  Hope you begin to feel better!

I was on synthroid from age 14 to 33 when i got pregnant and body chemistry changed.   Well now menopause and/or the surgery has flipped me back.    Will just try kicking up the exercise and hope that helps this wt start to move again.   Thanks, pam

Pam, I'm so sorry that you have to get over another hurdle -- but I know you're up to the challenge!  Now that you know what you're dealing with, you'll be armed for bear and will smash this hypothyroidism in no time (hopefully not as long as 8-12 weeks!).  How common is hypothyroidism after RNY or other WLS? 

Hi Pam,

While I'm sorry that you have to deal with the hypothyroidism, I'm glad that they were able to identify and address the issue.

Barb

Hey Pam, Sorry you have another hurdle to jump, but you will overcome this too.  I am convinced those of us who have chosen this path to wellness can do anything necessary to make it a success.  I am doing things I would never have dreamed of and that includes eating and drinking things I never would have dreamed of!!!! Have a great weekend, Brenda

Oh...one more thing.   I don't know how common hypothyroid is after WLS but did find 20% of peri and post-menopausal women have it. Pam

Glad to know that you have an answer to your current sluggishness and slowed weight loss. Not knowing is so frustrating! Hang in there during your medication adjustment.