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Posted 12/6/2014 4:58 PM (GMT 0)
I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism on 10/30/14. Starting taking 50 mcg Levothyroxine on 10/31. After a few days on the medicine, I felt great, like my old self for a couple of weeks. The last couple of weeks I have been crying over everything, extremely irritable, and depressed. I'm still sleeping better at night and my energy level is still good. I'm wondering if this is normal. Unfortunately, I don't know a lot about my bloodwork and levels, but I do plan on becoming educated on that. My OBGYN diagnosed me and I'm supposed to have bloodwork done again in two weeks. I'm wondering if I should see if I can have blood work done asap. I have an appointment with an Endocrinologist January 5. Thanks in advance!
Posted 12/6/2014 5:37 PM (GMT 0)
When your thyroid medication is started or when the dosage is changed, it takes two to three months for it to take full effect. It's likely the good feelings immediately after starting the drug were due to relief at thinking you would soon be feeling better. Most of us have these when we finally get a diagnosis for something that's been troubling us.

Your endo appointment will be just about two months after you started on the medication, which is the perfect time for re-testing. Blood work now wouldn't actually be helpful because it's only been about a month, not time enough for the medication to take effect in your body.

You can likely expect to see the endocrinologist for blood tests about every three months until your levels are stabilized - at least a year, in most cases. Good luck, and let us know how you're doing!
Posted 12/6/2014 11:46 PM (GMT 0)
That makes sense. It was such a relief to be diagnosed and realize I wasn't crazy! Thanks for the info, I'll update later! :)
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