MY THYROID & GRAVES' DISEASE JOURNEY

UPDATE (12/08/2022):
My hormone levels are back to normal, and I did not get TED or eye surgery for my eyes. The pressure in my eyes have gone down SO MUCH because my doctor recommended I go on Selenium (1 pill a day). Crazy what natural remedies can do for your eyes. I have way less pressure than I used to and my eyes have gone down a couple millimeters. Ask your doctor first about taking selenium.
It all started a few years ago... I was diagnosed with Hyperthyroidism and Graves' Disease. It led me to have a thyroidectomy on October 8, 2018. Watch the video to hear my story!
If you are battling with thyroid issues or have, it's such a hard topic to deal with. It's confusing, exhausting, and overall just so hard. I'm sorry you have had to deal with it also.
If you have any questions about my story, please don't be scared to leave a comment or ask me a question!
Thank you guys for watching!
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[@DrkMtrz]

Your story is so similar to mine. I really think autoimmune disease should be deemed a disability due to the symptoms that can impact your day to day life.

[@marishkababushka185]

It is and unfortunately one must follow a long path to get there. It can be done.... don’t give up!

[@jesussaves1827]

blujay Please turn to Jesus He loves you very much, i was ill for many years but the doctors couldn't really help me, i don't blame them, there was only so much that they could of done for me, Then Jesus gave me a miracle and healed me, He is the God of miracles, God has done amazing things in my life and in the life's of my family, He can do the same for you and yours, When you need Him call on Him, He is the God of comfort and will there for you when you call on Him, The bible tells us in Romans 10:13 For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved, God saved someone i love from an illness leading to death, There is nothing impossible to God, It's as simple as asking Jesus into your heart and life to be your personal Lord and Saviour, confess your sins to Jesus, and Jesus will for give you, If you truly seek Him, Jesus will answer you, i know this because He answered me when i called out to Him

[@jesussaves1827]

@@marishkababushka185 Please turn to Jesus He loves you very much, i was ill for many years but the doctors couldn't really help me, i don't blame them, there was only so much that they could of done for me, Then Jesus gave me a miracle and healed me, He is the God of miracles, God has done amazing things in my life and in the life's of my family, He can do the same for you and yours, When you need Him call on Him, He is the God of comfort and will there for you when you call on Him, The bible tells us in Romans 10:13 For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved, God saved someone i love from an illness leading to death, There is nothing impossible to God, It's as simple as asking Jesus into your heart and life to be your personal Lord and Saviour, confess your sins to Jesus, and Jesus will for give you, If you truly seek Him, Jesus will answer you, i know this because He answered me when i called out to Him

[@SAMEntalhealth]

Totally should be! I am practically paralyzed from mine!

[@SAMEntalhealth]

@@jesussaves1827 jesus did not do one thing to you. Your body is powerful and your God is inside you. That voice you talk to daily. That's God

[@sweetfairyish]

Thank you for sharing your story. Recently being diagnosed with hyperthyroidism. I also have difficulty swallowing food and I feel so pressure on my head after eating .

[@adelah]

Thank you for sharing this 💕 💕 alot of people don't talk about it, so thank you for your bravery and through the surgery!

[@dollfacexxox]

Thank you so much for posting! I was diagnosed with Grave's Disease two years ago and have had a fairly similar experience so far. It's super nice to hear someone else's story!

[@melaniesickinger8482]

Thank you for sharing your story! I'm just somewhere in the middle of treatment and your positiveness is amazing and gives a lot of hope to me!

[@angiegonzalez8752]

Please keep posting , I love this ! I got diagnosed in October of 2017 & I relate to this so much and try to spread awareness to everyone I meet ! Cause this disease is such a roller coaster and a journey ❤️❤️ and I’m happy somebody ! Is talking about it :)

[@Doublespeaking]

Thank you so much for making this video. I'm getting the thyroidectomy in the next few weeks, and this makes me feel so much better!

[@annetteaspillaga2929]

Just found your video. Thankyou for posting! Was diagnosed with Graves and TED last year and it’s been a strange journey! Everything you are saying makes sense, wish I’d found this sooner!!!!

[@patpel78]

your story and the way you speak about it is so simple and compressive. easy to listen and identify with! great job! i wish you all the best Bethany.

[@sonalshah3062]

Hey Bethany, it was great to hear you out, I too have a grave disease with hyperthyroidism and exophthalmos with my right eye bulging more so yes I could totally relate this to me. I would be undergoing surgery next month so thanks a ton for sharing this out, it really prepared me from within. God bless you ❤️

[@lauriebetz9092]

Best video hands down! Thank you so much, I appreciate you ! I was diagnosed about a month ago & it’s been a living hell since. You’re brave & your message has given me strength as well. Thank you,again!

[@leahkeller626]

Way to be strong! Just diagnosed....but I want to come through it like you did!

[@karenmuscatbaldacchino9179]

Thank you for sharing this. I hope you're well. You got me emotional honestly. I'm due for surgery soon and have Graves too. It's a nightmare as you know. Again, thanks. Hugs x

[@purelyelizabeth4201]

Thank you for this video. It’s really comforting to know I’m not alone & someone else GETS it. My Graves‘ disease is in remission! Thankfully didn’t have to have surgery, but I’ve been managing Graves’ for 3 years now. No fun & the exophthalmus is sooooo annoying. I hate it so much. Hang in there though, we got this!

[@tabathalechner270]

Omg....I don't feel as crazy now!!!! My situation is almost like yours to a T! Except no surgery yet...but can't wait!!!!! Thank you for this!!!

[@misshaleful]

Thank you so much for this video I’ve just been diagnosed with Garves disease/hyperthyroidism. I’m not sure what a plan is yet but I feel a bit more informed now. All the best for your recovery

[@katier.6496]

Bethany! Sending prayers your way. My mom informed me you had been dealing with the diagnosis a while ago. Love and hugs.

[@bethanymarieco]

Katie R. Thank you!

[@stephaniem5188]

Thank you for sharing your story. I’m experiencing your initial symptoms and I’m not sure what’s going on with my body and I’m really afraid but I feel a lot less alone now

[@biLLie350]

Wow you're so strong and positive that it spreads through the screen. Thank you so much for sharing your story. 🙏 Sending love and light 💜✨

[@israyousif2758]

Thank you for sharing your story! I wish others will come out on KZbin and share their story. I was also diagnosed with Graves’ disease and thyroid eye disease and it is taking a TOLL on my self esteem. I hate it but I also have type one diabetes and was told once u have one autoimmune disease u are prone to getting more :(

[@Halatheone]

Girl thank you for this!!! I was diagnosed with hyperthyroidism a few months ago and it is so trying!! No one seems to understand this, and my mom keeps telling me that I am just lazy! I was lucky enough to get diagnosed early on, I felt such a bad headache and got diagnosed afterwards. My symptoms consist of mainly tiredness and fatigue and a crazy appetite. I am tired by 12 pm no matter how much sleep I get. My blood pressure and heart rate is balanced right now, but I am still very tired and from time to time I feel like I am about to get a panic attack. My thyroid is still not balanced so I went through a hypo phase in which I gained tons of weight and slept most of the day. But it’s taking a toll on me mentally, I just don’t feel validated by my family, they are making me feeling like I am lazy and whiny whereas I am so tired, weak and anxious…

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[@AmberAsburyGD]

My Mom keeps telling me I have parisites. SO I get you! Did you ever do somthing about it.

[@SparkyOne549]

How are you doing now?

[@brookecornish2282]

Thank you so much for sharing your story! Very encouraging 5 days until my surgery ...

[@SVETLANA_NICOLE]

How are you going??

[@cassygonzales9703]

Thank you for sharing your story, I am still suffering because of my left eye, painful and gritty. Had been diagnosed in 2017, hyperthyroidism and Grave's disease.

[@elvaledecolima]

Keep on posting updates :)) you made my day :)) keep strong 💪🏽

[@Maria-hw4cb]

Thank you so much for sharing your story. It meant so much for me. Thank you!

[@lyssapittman9121]

I was just diagnosed with Graves Disease, and I have been through the wringer! Thank you for this video, there are hardly any on Graves and I am just happy to know I am not alone. Once Covid numbers go down in my state and the medication to calm my thyroid kicks in I will be having the surgery to remove it. I am currently in Beta Blockers for my heart and every doctor I have encountered has told me I will have a heart attack if I am too active and if I am too stressed. I have a long road ahead of me but I am fighting

[@cijonlothian7044]

No surgery I love your eyes YOU ARE SO BEAUTIFUL. Praying for your complete recovery.

[@alicebrooks2168]

Thank you for sharing. I’m sending this to a friend that’s going through this right now. I wish I had someone to share it with me. Again thank you.

[@markhernandezsr.4151]

My 9year old son was just diagnosed with Graves Disease. Thank for the information. Helps me to understand what he might go through in the future.

[@dansfbayrecording]

Thank You Bethany Marie- My daughter is the same age as you. She is going to a Doctor now, and really appreciated your Utube, as well as I appreciated it too.. Enjoy your new life now. Thank YOU

[@ABeautifulMess101]

Hi, chica! I hope you come back and do a update. I was recently diagnosed with hyperthyroidism and I’m so confused and lost. I’m trying my best not to get overwhelmed by it all. So thanks for this video.

[@jacklynb8489]

I have had thyroid problems for a few years now and I can chat with ya! I had my thyroid removed in 2019 after a long thyroid struggle with levels too high and being sick and lathargic. I recently had my eye surgery to fix my eyes from it and I’m hoping they’ll look better when they heal.

[@teresaholmes7886]

Thank you just received a diagnosis and really thankful for the info.

[@user-wx9xr8rl8g]

Thank you for this channel. Most times, hyperthyroidism is least talked about, like hypothyroidism. Sometimes, it feels like all hope is lost.

[@lilubelle3455]

Just got diagnosed with Graves’ disease the other day, and luckily i dont need surgery yet. But i love your attitude with everything. I felt everything you felt as well. Just crossing my fingers, have to go to an ophthalmologist soon and getting an ultrasound soon. Wahh, but just trying to educate myself more on this. And ur eyes dont look bad at all in this video. Glad ur ok now!

[@lucilajean-paul3524]

Thank you for sharing your story.

[@cynthialopez9091]

I was diagnosed with Graves in January 2020 and have been off and on medicine it was super high then went super low and now it’s going back high. We were planning on doing RAI but bc lately my eye sight has gotten super bad they wanted me to see an eye specialist. I see the eye specialist tomorrow and will talk with my endocrinologist to see if I will get the surgery or RAI. I also have rheumatoid arthritis on top of that and a heart condition that I’ve had since birth. I’m glad I found this video!

[@Stayhumble_spreadpeace]

I have Graves’ disease and hyperthyroidism it’s literally the worst ! It’s so hard on me especially dealing with people who dont understand . You have inspired me to start a KZbin channel and share my story thank you 🙏🏽🤍

[@12nacia]

ill watch

[@puertoricanprincess2272]

Let us know

[@amandakinch4871]

Would like to connect with u

[@jacklynb8489]

Tami it’s so good to hear someone else has this story! I’d love to chat with you

[@Stayhumble_spreadpeace]

@@12nacia okay thank you

[@javierabascur1318]

Thank you so much for sharing! I was diagnosed with Grave’s in 2018 and I had a major flare up this February.

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[@MeredithBoyce]

I think you are sooo amazing and I really thankful that you are sharing this! It isn't easy to be vulnerable, but you're so strong and courageous! I think you're super cool

[@emiscott6942]

I was diagnosed with Graves’ disease when I was in third grade(8 years old). Everyone who I live with has been to medical school and when I was sleeping my heart rate was super high, and basically most of the symptoms of graves and one day when my school had a snow day my mom took me to the doctors and set up an emergency appointment and went to go get my blood drawn once in 5th grade so 10 years old I was taken off of my medication and am now in full remission and am now 13 but recently we had thought I was going to be put on Synthroid but luckily my TSH was normal from my last blood drawn

[@boredshrimp9425]

I'm happy to hear you're better !

[@helenross7751]

Thanks for sharing and glad yo feel so much better 😊💐

[@vlacewell1]

Thank you for sharing! 4 days ago I did the RAI Therapy and I am house bound still. My life has been a whirlwind for the last 5 months. I am 54 and this is all so crazy. Back story: August I went to a new MD and she required a full blood panel. My routine MD quit and that is why I had to find a new MD. Within 2 days after my blood panel was drawn I got a call telling me I was in a full blown thyroid storm. I had tremors, hot flashes, lost 30 lbs. September I saw an Endocrinologist and was put on meds ASAP. October, November my numbers for thyroid went down but liver and bone hormones went sky high. December 10th I was given the choice of RAI or thyroid removal.... at the stage in life that I am I chose RAI. December 26th is where I am now. One day at a time. God bless! You are a beautiful young lady and thank you again for sharing your story!

[@subhashiniverma1763]

What do you mean by liver and bone hormones... please elaborate.

[@mysneah732]

Hi Veronica I was diagnosed last week and would like to know which medication you on and did it improves before opt for rai therapy

[@kippen64]

Thanks so much for this video and for the update.

[@Media_Gamer_Nation]

I have been diagnosed with graves disease a few months ago now, it really sucks and I have gone through all the things you have went through and I still am. When I got diagnosed they said we think you have had this for about 3 years... Which sounded right to me, I am still on carbimazole and propanalol at the moment.

[@tayluve]

Wow. I just got diagnosed with hyperthyroidism today. That’s exactly how my eyes look right now. I have an appointment with the endocrinologist later this month. Thank you for this video❤️

[@JyoTi-pv7mu]

hey !! so r u going to get an opration or r u going to be on medication ????

[@ilqar887]

Do you also have pain and darkening around eyes and white dots?

[@melissakatz7076]

This is so similar to my own story! I was 19 years old (I’m 39 now) and away at school when I was diagnosed with Graves’ disease and an extremely overactive thyroid. My parents started to notice my bulging eyes when I was home for winter break but we did nothing about it. My eyes were getting worse and there was a noticeable goiter in my neck. 3 days before I was supposed to go to London for spring break my best friend picked me up and rushed me over to the hospital. She had been talking to her mom about how horrible I had been looking/feeling and her mom immediately knew what the problem was. She had gone through the same thing herself so she knew! I had them run blood tests and that’s when I found out. I had to immediately start taking a beta blocker for my heart palpitations, which were horrible btw. They kept me up all night. I went to London, felt like shit the whole time, came home and saw an endo. They put me on meds and after a few adjustments I was feeling so much better. My eyes started to go back and my energy felt good. Unfortunately after being on meds for about 3 years they stopped working. My thyroid levels were increasing. I elected to do RAI. I was fine for about two years when my thyroid started to grow again! I had to do the RAI again which killed my entire thyroid. I was officially now hypothyroid. I lost my job right before the 2nd RAI and my insurance ran out after a month. Instead of going back in to do follow up bloodwork and getting on the proper thyroid meds we waited. Horrible mistake. I became so lethargic, had foggy brain and was barely functioning. I luckily landed a new job with great insurance. I called a new endo to get in and there was a month long wait. I had to tell them how horrible I was feeling and sent them my last bloodwork. They called me back and said the doctor needed to see me ASAP because my levels were dangerously low. I got in, he was great. He put me on Levothyroxine and started feeling better within weeks. I eventually regained my energy and started working out again. I am still on the Levothyroxine and feel great. Oh btw, my first endocrinologist said the said the same thing about my overactive thyroid; it was HUGE. It was definitely a long journey to get to where I am at now.

[@cooperbrain5446]

All thanks to DR IYAREMOSES on KZbin. I have been sick from PCOS for several years now but I recovered after I contacted him thank you doc.

[@SRBOMBONICA86]

Your thyroid started to grow again?!?is that really possible???

[@cooperbrain5446]

@@SRBOMBONICA86 hello am a living testimony to Dr iyaremoses on KZbin channel am completely cured after applying his herbs medication I'll advise you reach out to him

[@krishnapriya9662]

Hi whether you had any other side effects after RAI treatment?

[@alonzogaleano283]

Your eyes look really good. Did you have surgery or did they go back to normal on their own?

[@khbarrelracer12]

I've hashimotos and experience both hypo and hyper symptoms, along with being on Synthroid and liothyronine. I'm so afraid of developing other auto immune problems such as Graves. You are so so strong!❤

[@user-mp9lq3xv5b]

Please kara how are you doing now ?Any update, dose the medication cause wight gain ?

[@Nessakphotography]

It was so interesting and hopeful to hear all of this story out together into one video! I followed your journey through Instagram and I’m just so relieved to hear you’re feeling so much improvement. Also yay for Bethany videos!

[@bethanymarieco]

Thank you Nessa

[@atharasvlogs4893]

❤️❤️thank you for sharing your video im having a graves disease too and taking a medicine hoping i will get better soon ❤️

[@marlenejones6266]

I'm so happy you shared your story. You look beautiful to me. Your eyes are so gorgeous. You are totally beautiful. And I'm so glad you made it through this surgery so well. It sounds like a real dramatic event for you and your family. I'm 73 and just found out a few days ago I too have graves disease. This anxiety and the shaking is so hard to deal with. I don't know yet if they are thinking of removing my thyroid but I would accept it and be happy. I know then I take meds for hypothyroidism but that's fine by me. I don't want to have to deal with such a surgery right now as my 39 yr old daughter had cervical cancer so I must be there for her. It's hard many times in life isn't it? We least expect it and here's a harsh problem thrown at us. Good luck and much happiness.

[@katherinedraeger6132]

That’s me too! The anxiety the shaking and the heart palpitations are the hardest. I have had several full blown panic attacks as well.

[@cynthiaeverett9294]

I am so glad you posted this I have hyperthyroidism myself I was just put on a heart med because spikes in my EKG I sent a message to my Endocrinologist to talk to her about getting my thyroid removed

[@cooperbrain5446]

It is heart warming to hear silence again without sound disturbance, all thanks to Dr iyaremoses on KZbin channel for his herbal medication free from hypothyroidism..🥰

[@claudiadunne8734]

You look absolutely gorgeous!! Don’t see the bulging eyes or the tired eyes you talk about. You’re a beautiful girl! Thank you for sharing your story! ❤

[@krystleroyse103]

Holy crap! I’m so sorry you had to deal with that! So scary! Can’t believe your thyroid was so big! I was recently diagnosed with Graves too! I had to find out the hard way, my thyroid caused me to have an elevated heart rate and I had a panic attack on top of that which cause me to have my heart stopped and shocked in the ambulance cause my heart rate wouldn’t slow down, I was at 180 for over an hour, it was terrifying ! Honestly! Thanks for sharing!

[@cythiamke2698]

I'm really grateful to Dr Onyeneke on KZbin who cured me from hyperthyroidism with his natural roots and herbs herbal medicine don't be scared of the unknown give it a try today and you will see the greatness in natural medicine kzbin.info/door/5w6cJySjwsqevUmETSZoCg

[@franklinbillions4970]

I'm really grateful to Dr Onyeneke on KZbin who cured me from hyperthyroidism with his natural roots and herbs herbal medicine don't be scared of the unknown give it a try today and you will see the greatness in natural medicine kzbin.info/door/5w6cJySjwsqevUmETSZoCg

[@TheSweetpea73]

Thank you for sharing your story. I’m glad you’re feeling better after surgery. I would love to see your update. I was diagnosed with Graves’ disease since 2017.

[@horsemaiden29]

I also have graves disease i was forced to take leve without pay from a job i love. My thyroidectomy is in 2 days and i have never been more terrified in my life, and my family is not understanding what i am going thorough. That being said i was happy to see this video and it helped ralive some of my anxiety about surgery so thankyou.

[@mixedlove1234]

How are u??

[@dordorjuu]

I'm so sorry to hear that. I'm reading a lot of people say their family was not understand which blows my mind. Do you mind if I ask, when you say they weren't supportive did they not understand your symptoms or did they not understand why you feel Ill? I just got diagnosed and when I told my parents they were scared. The fact that it's autoimmune scared them. But when I told them with graves I could get a little anxious and irritable. That's when they don't understand and told me that's no reason to be moody.

[@letypahati7185]

Thank you for posting to spread awareness

[@brooketaylor6469]

Have you ever tried out herbal medications it worked for me with no side effects whatsoever with the help of DR MABOSA HERBAL on KZbin he can help you

[@melitamathers5270]

i am having surgery on the 17 july 2020 i was diagnosed with the same thing after 3 years i finally am having it removed thankyou yours is the best video i have watched it has been very helpful thankyou stay well

[@pankajgirase9144]

Melita how are you feeling now

[@DaangMel]

Super brave and badass of you to make this video. Thanks for sharing 💕

[@bethanymarieco]

Thank you for the sweet message

[@Media_Gamer_Nation]

@@bethanymarieco I have been diagnosed with graves disease a few months ago now, it really sucks and I have gone through all the things you have went through and I still am. When I got diagnosed they said we think you have had this for about 3 years... Which sounded right to me, I am still on carbimazole and propanalol at the moment.

[@TajaLeighBellLLC]

This is so inspiring! I’m in tears right now because of how I feel . I was diagnosed in Jan and I feel so alone. You seem so happy now and I can’t feel this way again. Seems like you have supportive doctors etc. I’m going to do a documentary on the process. I’m trying to go the holistic route . Not sure how this will turn out but thank you for sharing.

[@TheAccessFoundation]

My niece has been diagnosed. How has it impacted you?

[@urbanhennabyherlymer4512]

Sorry about that dear? I was diagnosed in 2019 and felt bad but now been on carbimazole but my heart rate is always high though my surgery is in a month’s time.., hope u get better.

[@marienewcomb3309]

I was diagnosed in 1976 and I still have a droopy eye today. I had radioactive Iodine and it turned me hypothyroid. I never looked sick on the outside other than weight gain and loss. Thanks for posting this for people to hear

[@ashb593]

if you don’t mind me asking, after RAI did you notice any symptoms? relating to quality of life, fertility etc. i just had it done and i am trying to prepare myself for the future :)

[@marienewcomb3309]

@@ashb593 I seemed to have trouble getting pregnant but it may not have been related. Quality of life was not affected as far as I could tell. I was in my 20's and now I'm 65. I've always had trouble adjusting the synthroid they put me on but I've gotten used to the every 6 months bloodwork. Good luck to you.I'm sure its better now than in the 70's

[@jocinda0712]

Thank you for making this video my 14year old daughter has just been diagnosed with graves and hyperthyroidism. So scary right now

[@cooperbrain5446]

It is heart warming to hear silence again without sound disturbance, all thanks to Dr iyaremoses on KZbin channel for his herbal medication free from hypothyroidism..🥰

[@bethansiandavies2405]

Thank you for sharing your story. I was diagnosed last week with Graves’ disease after being in and out of the hospital with such a high heart rate. I’ve just started taking cabamorazole. I keep bursting out in tears at the way I’m feeling but still carrying on at work like everything is fine

[@MamoonRashidpk]

I have gone through the same situation but believe me this will end and you will live a normal and happy life as I am living.

[@ninasu5837]

Hold on ... If u believed in holistic approach do that too .. Stress in one of issues if graves and if u have TED. going thru it meditation and deep breathing & pure essential oil keep my stress level,anxiety emo at bay at the same time getting proper food intake like proteins, magnesium, vit-b helped too but I did this with my functional med coach. It doesn't cure but at least I'm in control of my body and managing it. I'm still on camazol and monitoring bloodwork. If this round my antibody isn't cooperating I have to consider thyroid removal. It can be quite frustrating but if any means u can adopt holistically to manage ur condition u can try and see how it goes. Hold on and all will be good though it won't be the same but it will be good.

[@bhatti8772]

hi there i had this diagnosed last year and i have been takinh homeopathy and Ayurveda medicines for a year and it helped great deal in my hand tremors , rapid heart rate and weight loss .. also it helped my thyroid levels to come down to normal level . But only TSH was suppressed so I took carbimazole 5mg for two months and now all my thyroid levels are normal . Thank God

[@bonniebrinkley7759]

I'm 51 normally healthy can keep up with the young people but today found out I have graves...I want to thank you for this video it started with my left eye to anger lots of crying lots of bathroom trips. I thought it was menopause boy I was wrong.

[@lyladwyer6348]

I have Graves too. It really does mess with your life in so many ways. I had my first flare 3 years ago, recovered with methamizole and was in remission for two years, but it just came back. It messes with you physically but also emotionally and cognitively. Thanks for sharing your story because it’s really encouraging to see how well you’ve recovered, especially since I may need to consider surgery at some point if this keeps coming back. BTW you look beautiful, including your eyes, so don’t stress about that.

[@lacecocoa6272]

How many times a day do you take methimazole

[@mariacastilla5149]

Looking up my symptoms online has brought me here. I really need to get my thyroid checked out. I have mixed symptoms

[@ireneskulmoski5764]

Your eyes are gorgeous ! My daughter is now 20 but has been dealing with graves since she was 14

[@hbrealhousewife2270]

I too had hyperthyroidism and had my thyroid removed. Like you it was enlarged and I could hardly eat. I was still in hospital when I got the tingly hands, they seized up and looked deformed. Scary. But I had no signs of Graves until 3 months later when double vision started. I’m now 3 years down the line and about to have decompression surgery tomorrow. Graves has only affected one eye, thank goodness. I’m menopause age so my problem is that I cannot shift any weight since the thyroid surgery. In fact I’ve put on 26lbs. Your video is great for anyone going through this. Well done for putting it out there. 😊

[@florarosario5888]

Thank you for sharing your story. I've just been told I have Graves desease. After about 6 month of giving birth I went through a full thyroid storm. I started shaking, heart racing, sweating, hungry all the time, anxious, and headaches. My aunt immediately rushed me to the hospital, where I was diagnosed with Hyperthyroidism. My grandmother had suffered from it as well and had the surgery done. I also have 3 cousins 2 with hypo and one 11 year old with Graves, now doing better. I honestly don't know if I am more scared of the surgery or of taking meds and making other things worse such as my liver or bones, which I've read others stating this as side affects. I just came out of a bad C-section, where I had lost too much blood as well and rushed back to the hospital 2 weeks later, because air bubbles had travelled to my lungs. I also heard that a study in Indonesia showed that most people who had an infection in the gums saw their thyroid levels go back to normal after taking care of the infection and I know I have one but won't be seen during the pandemic. Babies take a lot of calcium from the mother, which is said that that is the reason some mothers start showing symptoms about 6 months after birth. I am also going to try and follow a strick diet and do yoga. I watched a video explaining that yoga has helped many people bring their thyroid hormones back to normal. I also want to move back to PR where I can grow my own food. I am not allowed to even put a plant of vegetables on my porch. 😢 I am scared but going to have to try and fight this. I am not afraid of having a scar. I am afraid of leaving my kids. 😢😢😢😢 Thank you again for the video. You look great. I am so happy for you. Many blessings.

[@msspade2010]

I pray for you to have a long life with no illness for you and your kids 🙏❤️

[@JediMaddy94]

Please share as much as possible, there's so much to know and we all need each others help.

[@williamhollman6679]

My wife has Graves I been looking around trying to find all the info I can to help her she is so pitiful she is talking surgery she is down to 90 lbs and losing her hair, glad to see the surgery worked for you never lose your good attitude

[@scarlettdream3133]

So sweet of you!!!

[@ivyadamson8509]

There are so. Many support groups on Facebook.that how I've learned to understand a lot about graves.and also I watch youtube and I google.

[@jajarounette95]

Take care of her that’s all she needs from you ☺️

[@drithehilarious9856]

Wow I have hyperthyroidism my weight was a solid 150, and I worked out in hooped still 150 it was only going up from 155 to 150 in I wasn’t complaining, but they put me on prednisone trust me it will have you gaining major weight about 15-20 pounds in a month it’s the wrost

[@franklinbillions4970]

I'm really grateful to Dr Onyeneke on KZbin who cured me from hyperthyroidism with his natural roots and herbs herbal medicine don't be scared of the unknown give it a try today and you will see the greatness in natural medicine kzbin.info/door/5w6cJySjwsqevUmETSZoCg

[@christopherwolfe36]

I been living w graves disease for 8 plus yrs and finally oct 29 2020 I will have mine removed .. it has been a really scary n crazy journey I wouldnt wish it on a enemie it was that bad... god bless anyone who has or is going through this ...

[@3_4_627]

Thank you for sharing. Hope you’re feeling so much better now. I just got diagnosed with Hyperthyroidism and I’m scared. My doctor refer me to an Endocrinologist and gave me a prescription for Metoprolol for my high heart.

[@mixedlove1234]

How have you been?? Your video has helped me so much. I get my results in a few days and I'm sure its Graves disease. Your positive energy and outlook is so comforting. Praying you are doing well.💜💜🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@faithlovlet]

How are you doing did you find out about your thyroids

[@nakngtikbalang]

thank u for sharing ur story.

[@tinkerbhem8494]

Its so nice to know that Im not alone..tnx for this..

[@loriapayne]

Don't worry about your eyes. You are BEAUTIFUL ❤️❤️

[@jaeandrea9246]

I’m going with this right now, just the beginning. I have exactly what you have and I’m terrified 😥

[@sheilahwilfong4949]

Omg ! She just described my life as I know it now ! 😱

[@franklinbillions4970]

I'm really grateful to Dr Onyeneke on KZbin who cured me from hyperthyroidism with his natural roots and herbs herbal medicine don't be scared of the unknown give it a try today and you will see the greatness in natural medicine kzbin.info/door/5w6cJySjwsqevUmETSZoCg

[@tiffytoo]

Just had the added test today. Your story could easily be our story.

[@sleepeasyasmr2745]

Your story is literally the same as mine, and the past few weeks my eyes have changed and they look like the pic at the beginning of your video. I’ve had this for 4 years no surgery but I had radioactive iodine....:( now I’m hypo rather than hyper, and on levothyroxine - will need to keep on my eyes now :) positive thoughts people x

[@gorkaya007]

Leonine, why did you choose radioactice iodine over surgery? I’m also having hyperthyroidism.

[@sleepeasyasmr2745]

In the uk, surgery is a last resort. They now opt for radioactive iodine first, and if unsuccessful (after 2 tries) they would then consider surgery. My specialist even said that surgeons in the UK are not really trained in thyroid surgery any more. The radio active iodine had no side effects on me, you just have to isolate for 2 weeks and carry a letter when you travel for 6 months (you can set off alarms in airports!! Happened to me in krakow). The only thing they ask at the time is about your eyes as the iodine will irritate your eyes if you have TED.

[@kevinlopez6440]

RAI is way less complicated to remove your thyroid gland. You just need to take a single iodine tablet and youre done

[@kjerstiskogmo5647]

Thank you for making a video about this! Iam going through the same thing now, and are really scared for my operation. So watching your video really calmed my ass down. heh:P

[@SimplyFacts405]

Kjersti op

[@arianasilva1290]

Thank you for this video. 🙏🏼

[@officialandrerieu7389]

All thanks to dr iyaremoses on KZbin for curing me permanently from hypothyroidism/pcos doctor link#driyaremoses

[@jonmichaels3113]

Bethany, you're so sweet and beautiful. My 14-year-old daughter was just diagnosed today with GD. My poor wife is so stressed out. My daughter is A-Symptomatic and has not shown any signs or symptoms of GD. My sister-in-law noticed a slight abnormality with my daughter's neck and GD was mentioned and we immediately had it checked out. IT was positive. So, we are starting on the meds to get her T3 and T4 to a normal level. We will wait 6 months to a year to see if it will go into remission on its own and if not, we will cross the bridge of which definitive treatment is best. You are very cool to share your story. You have a wonderful beautiful presence and that comes out loud and clear. Don't be too concerned about your eyes, they're beautiful. Thanks Again, Jon, A concerned Daddy.

[@katerynaozer8107]

Thank you very much for sharing your story ❤️ how are you doing?

[@pamurizadipasupil4730]

Hi… I had same like your situation…I feel you… I really don’t know about grave disease before…I thought I was dying too…But Thanks God is not… All of my doctors are good and they help me a lot… I’m still in medications and I don’t know when I’ll be free from thyroid… Thanks for your story it helps a lot, not only for me but for the people who suffer from Thyroid Problem…

[@shawneeeiy]

I've just been diagnosed. I feel sad but I don't know why. I will adjust, hopefully.

[@SAMEntalhealth]

It gets SO much worse untreated. Like sadness turns into "I just lost my mother" kind of feelings of loss, agony, depression, hopelessness, like it gets wors.e but, if you get it treated it goes back to normal fairly quickly lol

[@lublytae1867]

me too :(

[@cythiamke2698]

I'm really grateful to Dr Onyeneke on KZbin who cured me from hyperthyroidism with his natural roots and herbs herbal medicine don't be scared of the unknown give it a try today and you will see the greatness in natural medicine kzbin.info/door/5w6cJySjwsqevUmETSZoCg

[@franklinbillions4970]

I'm really grateful to Dr Onyeneke on KZbin who cured me from hyperthyroidism with his natural roots and herbs herbal medicine don't be scared of the unknown give it a try today and you will see the greatness in natural medicine kzbin.info/door/5w6cJySjwsqevUmETSZoCg

[@fakeplease1373]

@@SAMEntalhealth Treated mean ..through meds, pills..?? Plis i don't want to get surgery

[@patriciaoxberry7490]

Thank you so much. My daughter is having the surgery next week and she's really nervous.

[@zozansinde9610]

Don't remove u thyroid is very bad I Ben safring be cuos off that

[@Mskahypervlogs]

Have it for almost 11years now.. actually it's my dad who got it first.. it's not easy really... Just tried being so positive in every way that I can💪🙏

[@BCRNliz]

Thank you for the video.

[@woodnwicksluxurysoycandles8202]

I am being scheduled for my full thyroidectomy within the next 2 weeks. Thankyou for sharing at a time when I feel so alone ❤🦋

[@boredshrimp9425]

How do you feel ?

[@nvmffs]

@Samantha Privatera There are other ways. Don't cut something out of your body. That's irreversible. I have graves disease too but I resist a surgery and I'm currently researching alternative ways. I've found some promising stuff. As a last resort go for a partial removal of your thyroid because it's the only gland that can reproduce its cells and be whole again.

[@nvmffs]

@Samantha Privatera I understand but unfortunately a surgery doesn't mean you won't be taking medicine. They "cure" your hyperthyroidism and give you hypothyroidism instead. Doctors like to present this as a mild inconvenience but it's not. I've read so many personal stories and people are sorry they went through surgery thinking it would be better. Instead, they feel like they've backed themselves into a corner. Once you remove your thyroid you have no other means to improve your condition but these pills they give you. Problem is, they don't work like doctors say they would. You can't replace a whole gland with just a single hormone (often a synthetic one) given as a pill (the thyroid secretes hormones in very specific cycles and by a negative feedback). The list of side effects is pretty long and the underlying condition remains untreated too. Once you remove your thyroid the antibodies start attacking your eyes or something else instead. To me, it just doesn't seem like a solution. it seems like another problem. A bigger one. There are circumstances where one may not have a choice but until then it might be worth it to try and find a way to save your thyroid.

[@GabijaS18]

@@nvmffs hi please can you help I’m begging you. I have hyperthyroidism too but I’m not getting surgery, no way. Please, what other ways are there to treat this? I really need help, looking everywhere but finding nothing.

[@nvmffs]

@@GabijaS18 Hi Gabija! Don't ever lose hope! Start experimenting with alternative methods and don't stop until you cure your condition. I'm sure you know stress is a huge factor for your thyroid health. Try to minimize it in any way possible. Practice yoga, special breathing methods or whatever else you think helps you relax but don't let stress to take over because it'll ruin your efforts to get healthy. You can start your journey into the alternative methods aimed at reversing this condition by reading this: drruscio.com/natural-management-graves-disease/ and this allegrawakest.com/2010/04/19/hyperthyroid/ Depending on the cause of your hyperthyroidism you may need to take a different course of action from what was working for me. You'll need to identify it for yourself by a doing a lot of tests and experiments with your diet and lifestyle. But it's worth it at the end, I promise. Stay strong and know that you can always count on me if you need further help or support.

[@jijodobbas]

Thank you for this video :)

[@DeeSpoiledassTabron]

Thank You For This Video, it was very helpful, as i'm going through it now , and it's a lot to deal with.

[@west0919]

Great information.

[@ASilverLady]

Your story is very similar to me e. I haven’t had surgery. My biggest problem is my bulging eyes. I hate it. I haven’t checked into surgery for my eyes but I think I’m going to address it with my dr next visit. I’ve been dealing with this since 1994.

[@AngieLowis]

Thanks for the video, it really helps. I am also diagnosed with Graves diseases and hyper. I gained 30 pounds

[@lyladwyer6348]

I also gained weight while on treatment for Graves - 40 pounds. Glad I’m not the only one. Unfortunately I’m going back on treatment for Graves again and terrified of gaining even more weight.

[@andreeabadea1501]

Same to me. I've been on treatment with Tiamazol since September 2020(since I was diagnosed with Graves) and I gained 8 kg. I recently started working out as I have a sedentary life but it's so hard for me since I feel pain during exercises(plus, I'm a picky eater). I can't even recognise myself with this new weight. I'm afraid of all of this changes in my life rn. As I will graduate college next summer, I dunno how I will deal with all the stress...

[@feliciajones8672]

Did you lose any of the weight later on?

[@wilperez2118]

Dealing for 3 years now 🙏

[@ratclifferob]

Hello iam so glad you are ok and back to good health, just a question for you, Did you eat much meat or dairy or eggs or have iodine before you was diagnosed ?

[@julnar9]

Hey bethany! Thank you for sharing your experience with us❤ My name is julnar and I'm having the same exact experience right now! Hyperthyroidism and graves😢 I noticed my left eye lid is dropping recently🥲, I thought I was the only one who is noticing this symptom (May I ask If the eye lid went back to normal on itself?) I'm going to do the neck surgery soon...but what's making me anxious is the eye bulging part..I live in syria & I don't think there's good doctors enough to do an eye surgery.. And my marriage is coming soon💔..I'm 29 and have always been extremely healthy and this happened to me out of nowhere this is what's making me feel shocked😪 Wish u the best❤ please keep posting updates, it feels good to listen to someone who understands what you are going through

[@overcoming.you.]

Awesome video. Is it possible to get your husband perspective on how he dealt with this during your experience with Graves Disease?

[@Fatima-rz9vt]

I'm sorry does your wife have it? May Allah give her full shifa (healing) Ameen 🙏🏿

[@yesif27]

I hope you can give us a more recent update! 😊