mild hypothyroidism and stopping synthroid?

[megs1980]

Hey all,

I was wondering if anyone on here has a mild case of hypothyroidism and was on Synthroid and stopped taking it in favor of a natural supplement?  I have been on it for about 6 months or so and the only thing i notice is an ungodly amount of acne on my chest and back which my doctor refuses to acknowledge is the fault of the meds even though it's the only thing that's changed.  

I have had NO luck losing weight despite tracking every single thing i put in my mouth and wearing my fitbit religiously to track my activities.  and it's done nothing for energy or any other hypo side effects.  As i said, my hypo was VERY mild.  

So my question is, has anyone been on synthro and stopped it, and/or does anyone use a supplement instead?  

Thanks all!

Meghan

[Odyssey13]

@megs1980   See what @Pizzabunny said in this post - click to read

It seems she was on the same medication as you are and stopped taking it.

Welcome to the forums.

[SunsetRunner]

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@megs1980 wrote:

Hey all,

I was wondering if anyone on here has a mild case of hypothyroidism and was on Synthroid and stopped taking it in favor of a natural supplement?  I have been on it for about 6 months or so and the only thing i notice is an ungodly amount of acne on my chest and back which my doctor refuses to acknowledge is the fault of the meds even though it's the only thing that's changed.  

I have had NO luck losing weight despite tracking every single thing i put in my mouth and wearing my fitbit religiously to track my activities.  and it's done nothing for energy or any other hypo side effects.  As i said, my hypo was VERY mild.  

So my question is, has anyone been on synthro and stopped it, and/or does anyone use a supplement instead?  

Thanks all!

Meghan

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No one here is qualified to contradict your doctor.

However, you may need to see a doctor that is less dogmatic about protecting previous descisions.

[megs1980]

No one talked about stopping the synthroid though, that's what i'm most curious about.  I've not had my thyroid removed or anything so my case is mild.  I'm just wondering if anyone takes a supplement after stopping or vs stopping RX.  

[megs1980]

I understand no one is a qualified doctor, I was just looking to see if anyone has gone through this and stopped taking it.  

[Odyssey13]

@megs1980   Pizzabunny's second post she wrote about having been on it and a bad reaction to it. She might see people posting in this thread and reply to it.

[islander8]

HI 🙂 I have hypothyroidism and currently on synthroid. I was diagnosed 14 years ago and I struggle with the dose, maintaining a healthy number. it's probably different for each individual, but I know from previous experience that when I stopped taking synthroid abruptly, I suffered serious symptoms (mental fog, numbing in right leg, dizzy spells, extreme fatigue, depression). I've always wondered about the natural supplements as well... 

[trainer]

I am a personal trainer. I have a client who was on synthroid and then stopped it to go on natural supplements. She is under the care of a specialist (a doctor that uses natural remedies before going to traditional western meds) so she did NOT just stop the med on her own. I encourage you to find a doctor that will listen to you and try other options. it might be that you need to be on the synthroid, or there might be a natural option that will work for you. My client does very well on supplements and natural remedies, but they are expensive and not all are covered by insurance.

[Bobbinyc]

I have been on synthesis for many years and have read a lot about it, know people and docs who advocate "natural" (usually pic hormones-how natural is that for humans?). I firmly believe in being as natural as possible with everything in my life, BUT.... Thyroid issues can be serious, even mild ones, as hormones affect all functions, including the heart. I have consulted with several endocrinologists who specialize in thyroid problems over he years. First, for some, the tests are not accurate in that they measure hormone in blood, not utilized. I was misdiagnosed for years as my blood work looked good. Second, there are several different blood tests and most internists do only one. Third, there is a range of normal and you need to know what level in the range works best for you. Fourth, thyroid hormones impact other hormones and they should all be watched. So, I would find a specialist and get a consultation. And maybe do that more than once. Other thing- are you eating as healthy as possible? Your thyroid, and everything else, need nutritional support (including some iodine found in good). I had the best relief from symptoms when I went organic. Last, I think it is very difficult to get a firm answer with thyroid issues. Good luck.

[Bobbinyc]

Sorry... Last post should read "I have been on synthroid". My computer corrected me and I didn't notice.