So, here we are, months after struggling with thyroid issues, weight gain, extreme fatigue, cloudiness, and a general feeling of just being chronically ill.

Those of you who really know me, know that I hate being sick, or not feeling myself. Ok, not one person enjoys being sick, but I have been downright MISERABLE. Im tired all the time, I have no motivation, and my hair is falling out, threatening my vanity at its core.

I realize it could be so much worse. Which is why I havent posted in so long. Constant increases to my thyroid medication and no changes.

So there I was, making an appointment to meet with my Dr to find out WTF was going on. No changes or alleviation of my symptoms despite the fact that I ingest 180mg of thryoid medication a day. Constant daily headaches, and ridiculous back pain, joint pain, etc. Just everything sucks. The cloudy memory and fog is the worst. I cannot remember anything!!! I know I have let people down and been somewhat of a disappointment lately to my friends, who can tell I am off.

Since I hate posting sappy poor me posts, I waited for some good news. I shocked to think I might be turning into an optimist.

So there I am making an appointment with my doctor, out of pure desperation, and I thought, i wonder if my IUD is contributing to any of this. Off I went to the ever reliable google, and was amazed to find a TON of research linking thyroid issues, specifically hashimotos, to IUD use.

WTF? I have seen several doctors, my gyno, etc, ; all bitching about this thyroid issue and not one of them said hey that implant that is coursing hormones into your body could be an issue? Well apparently none of the doctors believe this; despite hundreds of patients that have the same situation, and post removal, the symptoms go away.

So I made an appointment to have my IUD removed next Thursday. I cannot wait to see if it helps. I am beyond all of the physical and emotional devastation that this situation has caused. More symptoms and issues than I could even list, but definately looking forward to a possible reprieve.

I am so excited at this possibility, and though I know it wont fix everything, if I could just get my "normal" brain and energy back I would be ecstatic. Im hoping for a reduction in joint and back pain so I can start running again, and drop this ridiculous weight.

Prayers appreciated, I really am hoping this is the answer Ive been looking for!!