Karen,
Many people that are Bipolar have thyroid issues and I am one of them. I would have a doctor check your daughters t3 and t4 cells; a full work up of her tyroid. My thyroid was so overactive that it had to be radiated. I now take synthroid and have for years, along with topamax and effexor. I have been through every drug combo imaginable, and this works best for me.
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Originally Posted by Karen1933
I've noticed that there are several posters here who also take thyroid medication. I've read where thyroid (hyper or hypo) are usually linked to mental illness. Does anyone know why?
My 19 yo daughter was diagnosed with hypothyroidism after she attempted suicide and I had her committed. All her life she was overweight and they kept checking her for diabetes, but never thyroid testing. Turns out that thyroid issues are very common on her dad's side of the family.
Can anyone tell me their experiences with mental illness/weight issues/thyroid issues? Thanks so much |