[Wellness] Synthroid vs. alternatives

["Mott Sarah E" <mott.se@mellon.com>]

Title: Synthroid vs. alternatives

Hello ladies -

I've just recently had my thyroid removed and am looking at a future of thyroid meds to replace it. I'm reading as much as I can about thyroid issues and have come to the conclusion that they are a) complicated and b) poorly treated by most docs.

Specifically I'm focusing on the differences between Synthroid(T4 only) and dual-hormone (both T4 and T3) alternatives, the main one being natural desiccated hormone called Armour. Also whether a TSH-only test is adequate. Mine was normal but I'm fairly certain I'm pretty hypo- as was my mother.

Does anyone have any experience with either of these meds? My doc insists Synthroid is all that's necessary, and TSH-only test is adequate. But I've read that  not everyone and hypos in particular do not convert T4 to T3 very well, and so need dual therapy. Also that the TSH test has come under fire as being far too wide in the "normal" range, and also that free T4 and T3 should be tested to ensure a proper conversion.

Any info very much appreciated!!

Thanks to all,
Sarah

Sarah E. Mott

       AFCO/Mellon TDD

ebis Systems 152-0300
Phone (412) 234-9019
Fax (412) 236-8195
email: mott.se@mellon.com

 

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