Migraines, Thyroid---advice and information appreciated
Apr 21, 2017 0:32:42 GMT
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Post by pbnj on Apr 21, 2017 0:32:42 GMT
I've been living in an alternate universe since sometime in February. Life came to a screeching halt with daily migraines -- I had some good days and half days mixed in with total lost days. Between the pain, nausea, vertigo and medication side effects I also began reflecting on other symptoms of the past few weeks--hair loss, dry and itchy skin and terrible fatigue (not sleepiness). A previously scheduled appointment with my cardiologist got me a full bloodwork order and the following week my primary doctor called telling my bloodwork showed I need thyroid meds. I have only seen the nurse practitioner ---primary doc appt still 10 days away.
I have done A LOT of internet research about thyroid and discovered that 41% of migraine sufferers can have thyroid issues (no one ever mentioned that to me before!) Besides the hair loss (noted since the fall) I've had a real battle maintaining my weight loss and during my cluster of migraines somehow managed to gain 8 lbs (ugh!) Not sure how because I was barely eating (not moving either, though the only food I did crave were carbs).
I've been clear of headaches and I have been on thyroid medication now a week. Still tired but am slowly building stamina. Can do a 15 minute walk and about half of an easy water class ( I was walking an hour and doing 2 or 3 classes up thru the end of January).
I'd be interested to know if any one here has experience with thyroid issues, migraine, thyroid meds (the pharmacist told me EVERYONE is on them!! LOL) thyroid diet, weight gain/loss/maintaining, exercise, getting your mojo/stamina back or anything else related. This is a new territory for me.
I'm not following WW or any plan right now other than trying to eat 3 fairly balanced meals with no junk. Trying not to stress and to remember what the nurse said......It's Not My Fault.
I have done A LOT of internet research about thyroid and discovered that 41% of migraine sufferers can have thyroid issues (no one ever mentioned that to me before!) Besides the hair loss (noted since the fall) I've had a real battle maintaining my weight loss and during my cluster of migraines somehow managed to gain 8 lbs (ugh!) Not sure how because I was barely eating (not moving either, though the only food I did crave were carbs).
I've been clear of headaches and I have been on thyroid medication now a week. Still tired but am slowly building stamina. Can do a 15 minute walk and about half of an easy water class ( I was walking an hour and doing 2 or 3 classes up thru the end of January).
I'd be interested to know if any one here has experience with thyroid issues, migraine, thyroid meds (the pharmacist told me EVERYONE is on them!! LOL) thyroid diet, weight gain/loss/maintaining, exercise, getting your mojo/stamina back or anything else related. This is a new territory for me.
I'm not following WW or any plan right now other than trying to eat 3 fairly balanced meals with no junk. Trying not to stress and to remember what the nurse said......It's Not My Fault.
