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I'm a 47 year old male that has just recently been diagnosed with Hypothyroidism and it's funny how this came about. A few months ago I had changed doctors because my old doctor was always to busy to see me, I always had to see his physicians assistant. Anyway I went to the doctor on another problem, lack of sleep and he and I thought it was sleep apnea and that was the case. I went to the local hospital for a sleep study stay and sure enough I suffer from sleep apnea and now sleep with the air mask to help me breathe. But, my doctor went one step further and decided to do blood tests because he suspected something else was bothering me.
Sure enough I got a call and I was told I was suffering from hypothyroidism, so now I'm on medication and I can say for the first time in years I do feel better. I have more energy and my memory isn't so hazy anymore and I actually feel like getting off the couch and doing something. I've also lost about 20 lbs and hopefully will continue to lose more. I was very lucky that I have a doctor that looks at all sides of a problem. Just thought I would pass this along. I love your sight and am a regular visitor. I find all the information to be so helpful and fascinating as well. Keep up the good work and have a wonderful new year.
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