Newly Diagnosed
Hi Everyone! About a month ago, I established care with a new Primary Care Doctor and happened to mention that I feel tired all the time, have difficulty staying asleep, and often wake up drenched in sweat. Thyroid labs were ordered along with an ultrasound. Those findings led to a diagnosis of Hyperthyroidism, and today I was officially given a Graves Disease diagnosis based on results of my TRab test. The doctor prescribed 5mg of Methimazole and repeat labs in 8 weeks. I start the medication tomorrow. The first endocrinologist appointment I could get is in February so my PCP will manage care until then.
I was so grateful to find this Reddit and am hopeful the meds will give me a better quality of life as I’ve been functioning despite exhaustion I couldn’t shake for years and just thought it was due to job stress.
I guess I’m just posting looking for support and wondering if people could share what to expect as I start on this journey, what they wish someone had told them right after diagnosis, and any tips/tricks or experiences with Methimazole.