Visitor's name: Hermine Eisen
Homepage url:
You are from: Cleveland, Ohio
Referred by: Just Surfed On In!
Comments: Have low tsh---but feel great--e4xcept I'm gaining weight---endocrinologist puzzled so will do mor5e disctete tests every 3-4 mos---no treatment because no symptoms--anybody else? (female---50s)
Sign Time: October 18 1998 at 19:23:17

Visitor's name: Hannah Goh
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You are from: USA
Referred by: Just Surfed On In!
Comments: I found out I was hyperthyroid 1 week before I also found out I was pregnant. Have been to an endocrinologist and she ahs suggested taking PTU...but I do not want to become hypothyroid...and gain weight and be more at risk for heart disease....any advice ou there??? Hannah
Sign Time: October 15 1998 at 23:18:48

Visitor's name: Loralyn
Homepage url:
You are from: Worcester, MA
Referred by: Word of Mouth
Comments: I was just diagnosed with Graves Disease last month. After being on an emotional roller-coaster ride I finally have an answer. I want to learn more about the disease, and hear other people's stories. I am nervous for the long journey ahead... but I am ready!
Sign Time: October 15 1998 at 19:08:40

Visitor's name: valerie
Homepage url:
You are from: originaly OK but now UT
Referred by: Just Surfed On In!
Comments: yesterday my doctor took some blood to be tested for hypothyroidism. Like you I grew up in a family that if something was wrong with you, you just lived with it. I had know that something was not right with me for about 2 years but did not want to admit it. But maybe now I will get the help I need and will stop feeling tired and irritable(along many other symptoms) all the time. I know my famil would love the old me back.
Sign Time: October 15 1998 at 17:24:39

Visitor's name: Lola
Homepage url:
You are from: Montreal
Referred by: Just Surfed On In!
Comments: 2:42 A.M., can't sleep...sigh. They tell me it's Me and Thyroid.
Sign Time: October 13 1998 at 02:35:19

Visitor's name: Brenda
Homepage url:
You are from: Wisconsin
Referred by: Just Surfed On In!
Comments: I was told in 1985 that I had Graves' Disease. I was only 13 at the time. The Doctor put me in the hospital a couple days later and put me on radioactive iodine. That brought all my levels down, but still not to the point of normal. Then they tried medication. That didn't work so in 1988 I had they removed my thyroid. Since then, I was on the hypo side. But now I'm not on any medication!!!!! That was the best day of my life. Although I don't remember alot of the problems that I had along with it, I do remember never being able to sit still. The teacher always yelled at me for moving around. I wish the best for everyone with disease. :) Brenda
Sign Time: October 12 1998 at 22:47:10

Visitor's name: Richelle
Homepage url:
You are from: upstate NY
Referred by: Just Surfed On In!
Comments: Thanks so much for sharing your story. I am a RN student at a community college in upstate NY. We are just studying diseases of the endocrine system and your story was very interesting and helpful. Best of Luck! Richelle
Sign Time: October 11 1998 at 20:34:04

Visitor's name: John
Homepage url:
You are from: Calif.
Referred by: Just Surfed On In!
Comments: Being one who has not had a very easy time with this disease, I cannot overstate how important this web site is for those seeking support. After reading numerous personal accounts, I see a common thread running through most of them - and that is "frustration". The frustration of being improperly diagnosed and after that, the added frustration of treatment and regulation. I feel very lucky in that after being so ill and after six doctors, finding an endo that not only took control but had the compassion and ability to understand. For those who experience the hopelessness that seems to accompany Graves, the most important thing I did was to find a good psychologist- do it for yourself and do it for your family- believe me,they get as frustrated with Graves as you do. I don't know if I'll ever feel 100 percent but I do feel better and think you will too. You are all in my prayers and thoughts- NEVER GIVE UP.
Sign Time: October 08 1998 at 23:30:06

Visitor's name: Yvette Worlow
Homepage url:
You are from: Palm Bay, Florida
Referred by: Search Engines
Comments: I am so glad to see someone else has had similar experiences. I've recently been diagnoses at age 33. Unfortunately, I am unable to take the thyroid medication. I got a big rash. Now I'm waiting to get nuked.
Sign Time: October 07 1998 at 13:35:16

Visitor's name: Jason Hazen
Homepage url:
You are from: Ohio
Referred by: Word of Mouth
Comments: My name is Jason Hazen. I am the husband of a frequent visitor of your web page, Carrie Hazen. I must say that after reading your visitor's comments regarding Graves' disease, I am a bit overwhelmed. I am truly at a loss for words because I do not think I have ever fully realized what this disease has been doing to my wife physically and mentally. I have tried to understand it more but it's difficult when you aren't the person experiencing it. I love my wife with all my heart and I have all the compassion in the world for her. My heart goes out to her everyday and everyday I pray that she gets better. Sometimes, I just feel like crying because I know there is nothing I can do for her. If you haven't figured it out by now, I am a "fix-it" type of guy. If there is a problem I want it fixed right away. I can't do that with this situation, so it frustrates me and at the same time makes me feel very sad. This web page has greatly helped me in my frustration and state of sadness. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
Sign Time: October 07 1998 at 12:39:48