I have annotated, detailed links to information on Hashimotos and hypothyroidism at my website
A series of in-depth articles I've written covering many questions and concerns are online.
Specifically, you might want to read:
Six Questions You Ought to Ask Your Doctor...And How to Interpret the
Answers
When hypothyroidism sets in after RAI or thyroidectomy, or you're
diagnosed as hypothyroid due to Hashimoto's Thyroiditis, there are six
critical questions you really should ask your doctor. This article
goes over those questions, and helps you interpret your doctor's
answers!
Diagnosis: Hypothyroidism -- Answers to Some Common Questions
Questions a newly diagnosed person with hypothyroidism might -- and
DID -- ask, along with answers, including information on how long it
takes to feel better after starting treatment, long-term health risks,
whether or not you'll get a goiter, fatigue and weight gain and how to
combat them, and more.
Hypothyroidism Symptoms
Checklist
A checklist of risk factors and symptoms you can take to your doctor
to help get a diagnosis, or make the argument that your hypothyroid
symptoms are not resolved by your current treatment
I have other links to comprehensive medical information on the web about thyroid disease organized by subject here at the site.
Finally, I report on the latest developments in thyroid disease and treatment options in my separate Thyroid Disease email news report called "Sticking Out Our Necks." Click here for more information, and how to subscribe.
These would be good starting places to obtain more information about hypothyroidism and ways to move toward wellness while dealing with the condition.
And don't underestimate the value of support. You can ask questions, find out information, and exchange support and friendship with other thyroid patients at the Thyroid bulletin boards.
At the boards, you'll quickly find out you are not alone, and learn many ways to successfully deal with your thyroid disease.
Live well --
Mary
