TSH Thyroid Question
Just found out during my nutritoin appt that my thyroid was high and was instructed I needed to begin taking meds before my surgery. If this isn't done than I will have some challenges lossing weight "no matter" which surgery I select.
Now I'm wondering if my levels have always been high and if this is why my weight has been out of control for many years. Not sure how to go now? Do I delay my this surgrey for a few months to see the meds will really help me with my weight lost or if I continue and get it done in June.
HAS anyone faced this issue???
Now I'm wondering if my levels have always been high and if this is why my weight has been out of control for many years. Not sure how to go now? Do I delay my this surgrey for a few months to see the meds will really help me with my weight lost or if I continue and get it done in June.
HAS anyone faced this issue???
Hi,
I would think you should ask yourself a few questions and be honest with yourself. Am I eating healthy meals in appropriate portions? Is my activity level appropriate for my size and weight, meaning am I active? Do I ever eat because I am bored, upset, fearfull, hurt and/or disappointed? There are usually many factors why a person is obese. It's rarely just one thing. Then, based on your discoveries, you can make a knowledgeable decision. If not, maybe see or talk with someone who works with people with eating issues and he/she may be able to help you with these questions.
I would think you should ask yourself a few questions and be honest with yourself. Am I eating healthy meals in appropriate portions? Is my activity level appropriate for my size and weight, meaning am I active? Do I ever eat because I am bored, upset, fearfull, hurt and/or disappointed? There are usually many factors why a person is obese. It's rarely just one thing. Then, based on your discoveries, you can make a knowledgeable decision. If not, maybe see or talk with someone who works with people with eating issues and he/she may be able to help you with these questions.
Clueless about weight loss and weight loss surgery of any kind.
I have been overweight all my life and was diagnosed with TSH about 4 years ago. The doctor thought it would help me to lose weight once I started taking the medication, but it didn't. It appears to be even harder for me know. I don't understand it. I am new here and this is my first post. I am considering a weight loss surgery myself and would love to hear from others as I move forward.
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on 5/9/10 8:38 am - Albany, NY
on 5/9/10 8:38 am - Albany, NY
A low TSH or Hypothyroid will cause you to gain weight and have a slow metabolism
A high TSH or Hyperthyroid will cause you to have a higher metabolism.
Either problem should be tackled before surgery and you will need to have your thyroid tested frequently for the rest of your life.
As far as weather this is a reason to postpone surgery you really need to ask you DR more questions , such as Exactly what was your TSH ? Was it between 3-6 or 5-8 or somewhere off the wall ? You will need to do research on your own and find out where the TSH level of your body needs to be, it is different for everyone.
Your best bet is to see an experienced Endocrinologist and I would suggest seeing one right away before surgery of any type.
I have dealt with Thyroid disease for years and it is not something to be taken lightly , please please educate yourself. I wish you the best.
A high TSH or Hyperthyroid will cause you to have a higher metabolism.
Either problem should be tackled before surgery and you will need to have your thyroid tested frequently for the rest of your life.
As far as weather this is a reason to postpone surgery you really need to ask you DR more questions , such as Exactly what was your TSH ? Was it between 3-6 or 5-8 or somewhere off the wall ? You will need to do research on your own and find out where the TSH level of your body needs to be, it is different for everyone.
Your best bet is to see an experienced Endocrinologist and I would suggest seeing one right away before surgery of any type.
I have dealt with Thyroid disease for years and it is not something to be taken lightly , please please educate yourself. I wish you the best.
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