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Taking Medicine For GERD. Test Showed Low Thyroid Level. Feeling Tired And Fatigue. Perimenopause?
Question: Hi,
I am 51 year old female. I have thyroid issues, was recently switched to a higher dosage 137mcg. I also take a statin and a antispasmodic for severe gerd. I take nexium as well. Three weeks ago I had blood taken, all normal, except thyroid too low. I recently had a ultra sound done on my gallbladder, pancreas and liver, all normal. I had some breathing issues, ended up at emergency room , lungs clear, chest x XXXXXXX clear. The ER doctor thought it was Gerd related.
Here is the issue, several weeks ago I had crashing fatigue. I also started to have major anxiety attack, which is NOT like me in the least. I am very stressed about what I don't know. No family problems, marital problems, nothing, just this awful anxiety. My face feels flushed, but not running a temp. I have been cramping really bad, with leg cramping, muscles feel sore, my legs feel weak and unsteady. I had a stress test a year ago, all great . I can't sleep with the gerd issues and this new thing going on with my body. I am just tired and feel like I am dying and losing my mind all at the same time. Is this perimenopause , or am I just dying from some unknown illness? Oh, my feet are very cold and then starts these strange stinging sensations in my feet and legs.
I am 51 year old female. I have thyroid issues, was recently switched to a higher dosage 137mcg. I also take a statin and a antispasmodic for severe gerd. I take nexium as well. Three weeks ago I had blood taken, all normal, except thyroid too low. I recently had a ultra sound done on my gallbladder, pancreas and liver, all normal. I had some breathing issues, ended up at emergency room , lungs clear, chest x XXXXXXX clear. The ER doctor thought it was Gerd related.
Here is the issue, several weeks ago I had crashing fatigue. I also started to have major anxiety attack, which is NOT like me in the least. I am very stressed about what I don't know. No family problems, marital problems, nothing, just this awful anxiety. My face feels flushed, but not running a temp. I have been cramping really bad, with leg cramping, muscles feel sore, my legs feel weak and unsteady. I had a stress test a year ago, all great . I can't sleep with the gerd issues and this new thing going on with my body. I am just tired and feel like I am dying and losing my mind all at the same time. Is this perimenopause , or am I just dying from some unknown illness? Oh, my feet are very cold and then starts these strange stinging sensations in my feet and legs.
Hi,
this a melange of a premenopausal syndrome and symptoms of gastroesophagal reflux disease. Depression and anxiety are issues that most women during this period experience.
I would advise you develop a more positive attitude towards life, sleep more ours, spend more time with your loved one and exercise actually does helps. Having a walk and especially in a group usually do help.
I suggest you continue with your medications. These symptoms are usually transitory and fade out time.
For sleeping, you exercise, reading or watching a preferred movie, avoiding late heavy meals and avoiding drinking lots of fluids before sleep could be of help. Avoid Vitamin C containing drugs and substances in the evenings.
Try this out first. Persistence of symptoms might require addition of low dose anti anxiety drugs. Life style modifications on their own at times are usually of help. Inoclim, is used in some women when the pre menopausal symptoms become so severe.
I suggest you stay calm, remain positive, do exercise, eat much fruits and vegetables, avoid late meals, read papers or preferred movies to take you to bed and avoid Vitamin C containing substances 8 hours before preferred sleeping time.
Getting a psychiatrist consultation or advice from a psychologist could be important if symptoms get so severe.
Thanks and hope this helps. will be glad answering or giving suggestions if need be.
Best regards,
Luchuo, MD.
this a melange of a premenopausal syndrome and symptoms of gastroesophagal reflux disease. Depression and anxiety are issues that most women during this period experience.
I would advise you develop a more positive attitude towards life, sleep more ours, spend more time with your loved one and exercise actually does helps. Having a walk and especially in a group usually do help.
I suggest you continue with your medications. These symptoms are usually transitory and fade out time.
For sleeping, you exercise, reading or watching a preferred movie, avoiding late heavy meals and avoiding drinking lots of fluids before sleep could be of help. Avoid Vitamin C containing drugs and substances in the evenings.
Try this out first. Persistence of symptoms might require addition of low dose anti anxiety drugs. Life style modifications on their own at times are usually of help. Inoclim, is used in some women when the pre menopausal symptoms become so severe.
I suggest you stay calm, remain positive, do exercise, eat much fruits and vegetables, avoid late meals, read papers or preferred movies to take you to bed and avoid Vitamin C containing substances 8 hours before preferred sleeping time.
Getting a psychiatrist consultation or advice from a psychologist could be important if symptoms get so severe.
Thanks and hope this helps. will be glad answering or giving suggestions if need be.
Best regards,
Luchuo, MD.
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