Re: Hypo Thyroid and Endo
From: Alicia M. Lapidus M.D. (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Thu, 5 Dec 2002 15:04:15 -0600 (CST)
Not a very likely connection.
At Thu, 5 Dec 2002, KC wrote:
>
>I have been dx with Hypoactive Thyroid and Endometriosis and recently
>had a bilateral ultrasound done on my thyroid and a nodule was found.
>All that I've read on the Internet is that both of these "conditions"
>are hormone related. I'm going to see an Endocrinologist on Dec 31st
>but until then I will remain scared to death not knowing what is going
>on with my body! I've had Thyroid "fullness" since I was 16 or 17 (now
>25). Was dx about 3 years ago as slightly Hypoactive, was on Synthroid
>for about a year and then my levels were normal again, no need to stay
>on Synthroid. Dr. looked at my neck at pre-op physical and said she
>wanted to check it again, this was in October. Came back slightly hypo
>again. Went for recheck, Dr felt my neck and said she felt a lump she
>ordered the ultrasound and I had my levels checked again, now it's
>borderline normal, still wants me on Synthroid.
>
>I want to know from a doctor if there is any connection between
>Hypoactive Thyroid and Endometriosis? I would like to go to the
>Endocrinologist with as much knowledge as possible.
>
>Thank you for any information.
>KC
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Alicia M. Lapidus M.D.
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