I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism 6-7 years ago and was put on synthroid right away. I have been very punctual about it, but none of the doctors (I have moved a bit in last few years) ever told me about what foods to eat and what to avoid. So, I have been eating spinach, kale etc as salads. In last 6-7 years, I have put on 50 pounds and lost 40% density in my hair along with most of body hair (a rare side effect of levothyroxine) In last few weeks, I noticed swelling on front and back of my neck. First I thought it might be mosquito bite or something as it s been raining and I go for a jog in a park that has a lot of plants and trees. But for last two days I am fearing it s goiter. I just don t know what else to do. It hurts and sucks! I can t even get an appointment with an endocrinologist till end of Oct- all are booked. I am really tired. Can someone give some tips? I am afraid to eat or drink anything now since two days. It s stressing me out and I just don;t know what to do. I have been crying for two days and feel very hopeless. It s screwed up my whole health, social life and everything else. I am not even 40 and just hate it. Can someone please give some advice? Thank you.