Comments on: Hypothyroid Dads? Advice for Men with an Underactive Thyroid

By: Will

Will

Thanks for the post, very informative. I was first diagnosed with hypothyroidism 3 years ago. and like it said not many people think of men having it. Even Dr’s. My TSH was 209. Needless to say I was feeling pretty miserable. Being a masonry contractor, body aches, pain, and fatigue come with the job. Due to an auto accident not my fault by the way. I was lucky enough to have an informed and knowledgeable Dr. that I was seeing for an after care check up that basically just looked at me and asked if it had ever been checked. I wasn’t obese or really out of my weight range at 206 and 5-10 and being a mason. She just seen things I kind of just blew off, like dry skin and brittle thin hair. I just figured it was from working outside mainly. The more I have looked into it, there aren’t many resources for men on the web for this condition. Glad I found this site, this post and thanks again

By: David F

David F

Hello,
I’m just wondering how you feel about LDN in addition to thyroid meds for Hashimoto’s? I’ve read some very positive information, including the lowering of thyroid antibodies, decreased brain fog, decreased depression, decreased joint pain and decreased fatigue.
Thank you.

By: Jim Willard

Jim Willard

Hi Dana! I came across your article as my own research into Hypothyroidism continues. In 2003, as a 40-yr youngster, unexplained fatigue led to a Dr. appt. On a whim, the Dr. tested my thyroid…quite low. Was very surprised to learn I’d be on Synthroid for life! 16 years later have not missed a dose. My Dad told me after my initial diagnosis that my Mom had hypothyroidism. A number of symptoms on the list applied to me…who knew? Between my thyroid challenge and family history of stroke at a young age, I’ve been very health-conscious into my 40’s and beyond. Look forward to diving into hypothyroidmom.com! Thank you, Dana!