Doctor doctor, gimme the news

[kellinator]

I went back to my new doctor, Dr. Mielke, at Emory today to see the results from my bloodwork and we discovered that not only do I need some work on my thyroid (it's on the very last number considered normal), I may have ovarian cysts. I'm getting referred to endocrinology (and dermatology, for a mole Dr. Mielke doesn't like the looks of even though I'm attached to it, literally and figuratively. Dad called it my beauty spot, and he had one in the same place, but he just had his removed so I guess I might as well too).

I just love Dr. Mielke. She sits down and discusses all my options and possibilities with me. She's been especially sensitive to my weight concerns, too, as opposed to my male doctors who just slap me on the back and say "You're eating out too much!" Yeah, I know I need to exercise, but my weight has ballooned without a change in my eating habits. It feels so good to be vindicated. I think she saw the expression of joy on my face when she said it could be contributing to the depression too. I said "You mean it's not all in my head?" and she said, "Well, it is, but it's the pituitary gland." I also told her I had been to the Emory shrink and she praised me, saying "You're really taking good care of yourself!" That was nice.

The Emory shrink was a refreshing change, too; he actually asked me about my symptoms before just picking something at random. He decided to give me Wellbutrin because of my fatigue problems and I nearly squealed -- that's the one whorlwind thinks I should be on. A little early to see changes yet, though.

Comments

[redcrayon.livejournal.com]

When I met you (two summers ago? maybe less?) you were extremely thin, if my memory serves me right - which I'm sure is true. :) I doubt you're all that much bigger now, but if one's weight does increase dramatically within a short period of time (within 2-3 years, according to an article I read today on obesity) then it's not from over-eating and lack of exercise (unless you're choking down pork rinds and in bed ALL DAY)...It's completely your thyroid and I'm not at all surprised at your lab work. The metabolism is a tricky thing and I'm glad you're going to get better :)

I need a thyroid blood test.

[kellinator.livejournal.com]

Oh, wow. Thank you. It's so nice to finally have people believe me.

Now, go get yours checked!

[mdaniel.livejournal.com]

Wellbutrin whips the llama's ass. I loved the stuff while I was on it. The wimpier stuff didn't even touch me but I felt perpetually GREAT while on Wellbutrin.

Just my USD$0.02.

[alm35.livejournal.com]

Sounds like you've got some really good doctors -- you're lucky :)

Wellbutrin is supposed to be good for fatigue. It made me too antsy, but I've heard that a lot of people do well on it. And if I recall correctly, it also won't cause weight gain.

wellbutrin and shameless corporate pimping

[sirinek.livejournal.com]

Good luck with the wellbutrin, but now you shouldnt be drinking too much of that STELLA ARTOIS! See www.webmd.com for details. ;-)

[lindsaygail.livejournal.com]

Hello
I found your journal through a random search a few weeks ago, and I've been checking in periodically because I enjoy reading it. I had to give a yelp of recognition at this entry, my thyroid has been screwy for some time, though I've been putting off a trip to the endocrinologist. Lately I've been experiencing some of the symptoms you're talking about, weight-gain, extreme fatigue, and heavy depression. I was convinced I was simply going crazy, but too tired all the time to get around to doing anything about it. Anyway, it just made me feel better to hear sombody else with the same problem, and on the road to fixing it no less! Congrats. I hope to be doing the same soon.

[kellinator.livejournal.com]

Hey,

I'm really glad that my post was of some help to you, and really glad that you enjoy the journal. If you like, I'll put you on my friends list so you can read the "good" stuff.

Now, make your doctor's appointment! :)

[lindsaygail.livejournal.com]

Thanks! I'll put you on mine as well...