Re: Fw: Reply from Dr. C. Lowe: intolerance to thyroid hormone

[Guest guest]

,

In fairness to Dr. Lowe, the telemedicine route has gotten doctors in legal

trouble in the past. You are specifically asking for medical advice from

him, which is how he supports himself financially...so yes, most

professionals would expect a payment and consultation. I am actually

impressed he wrote back as much information as he has. I like that he wants

his patients prepared with reading over the linked information and knowing

what to expect from a consultation. He also takes the time to read hundreds

(maybe thousands) of email from people weekly so that is time he gives for

free. I don't know any local doctors that do that in my town. They want you

to set up an appointment before they will even hear what you have to say and

trying to get info in advance from their staffs is useless.

If you can afford it, he might not be a bad one to try since he seems

confident he knows your situation and can help. When I am more financially

secure, I am going to explore more of these options myself. Right now I am

just trying to keep up with the basic meds I need.

Cheri

-----Original Message-----

Thought I'd share this question I sent to Dr. Lowe along with his

response.

I'd love some opinions, of course he's looking to get my money in the

long-run I would imagine. I hate having to think that way as I realize he

also can't treat me via email.

----- Original Message -----

> If you want me to work with you long distance, give my wife, Tammy, a

call

> at , or write to her at Tammy@.... She will help you

prepare to get the most from your phone consultation. However, it is

> important that you first do two things: One, read our webpage on

> long-distance consulting (http://www.drlowe.com/clincare/labtests.htm);

> and two, read my bio (http://www.drlowe.com/jcl/biojcl.htm). These two

> things are important so that you'll know who you're considering

consulting

> with, and you'll know the conditions necessary for long-distance

> consulting. After doing those two things, if you would like for me to

work

> with you, contact Tammy. She'll be happy to set a time for you and me to

> talk by phone.

>

> I hope this is helpful to you, . The problem you describe is not

as

> difficult to solve as it may seem. As I said, it's fairly common, and

most

> of my patients get past it fairly easily. Most likely, you can too. All

> the best to you,

>

> Kindest regards,

> Dr. C. Lowe, PLLC

.

[Guest guest]

I got a small response like this out of them too, and then basically

they try and talk you into doing a phone consultation with them.

I think there advice is something to look into, try testing your

glucose when you first get up and then every two hours after that and

keep a log. Its worth a shot, if you did do a phone consultaion, they

cant tell you anything that anyone off here can't- they'd just go by

your test results... or try and get you to switch your HC meds. If

its not the hypoglycemic issues, then look into replacing your meds

with something different or stronger.

I have a lot of those same symptoms too, not sure if I have hashi's

or not yet... in the process of testing and going to a new doc!

Good Luck.

>

> Thought I'd share this question I sent to Dr. Lowe along with his

response.

> I'd love some opinions, of course he's looking to get my money in

the

> long-run I would imagine. I hate having to think that way as I

realize he

> also can't treat me via email.

>

>

> intolerance to thyroid hormone

> >

> > Date: Fri, December 28, 2007 5:23 pm

> > To: AskDrLowe@...

> > ------------------------------------------------------------------

--------

> >

> > Dear Dr. Lowe,

> >

> > What can one do when they are suffering from low thyroid and

feeling very

> > sick but are unable to tolerate even tiny amounts of thyroid

hormone, e.g.

> > 1/8 of a grain?

> >

> > Thanks,

> > in Boston

> > ==============================

> >

> > Dear ,

> >

> > I am sorry you've been having the frustrating experience you

describe.

> > Actually, the experience is a fairly common one among thyroid

patients.

> > Many of them can't use a fully therapeutic dosage of thyroid

hormone until

> > they identify and correct one or more underlying problems.

> >

> > From your description, it's possible that your cortisol therapy

isn't

> > effective, and you may need to alter it so that it's optimal for

you.

> > Cortisol therapy can be highly effective, if the clinician is

assertive

> > enough with it, but in my experience, most aren't.

> >

> > Your description, however, sounds more to me like blood sugar

> > dysregulation; either hypoglycemia or glucose intolerance. Both

conditions

> > are easily identified with a home glucose tolerance test, and we

have

> > research-based treatments that are generally effect for both.

> >

> > I spend a great deal of time working with patients long distance

to help

> > them identify the underlying cause(s) of the problem you

describe, and to

> > engineer regimens that correct their problems. I treat patients

long

> > distance for cortisol deficiencies, and I instruct patients in

doing home

> > glucose tolerance tests to identifying blood sugar dysregulation.

If they

> > have a particular form of dysregulation, I give them a treatment

regimen

> > to correct it.

> >

> > If you want me to work with you long distance, give my wife,

Tammy, a call

> > at , or write to her at Tammy@... She will help you

> > prepare to get the most from your phone consultation. However, it

is

> > important that you first do two things: One, read our webpage on

> > long-distance consulting

(http://www.drlowe.com/clincare/labtests.htm);

> > and two, read my bio (http://www.drlowe.com/jcl/biojcl.htm).

These two

> > things are important so that you'll know who you're considering

consulting

> > with, and you'll know the conditions necessary for long-distance

> > consulting. After doing those two things, if you would like for

me to work

> > with you, contact Tammy. She'll be happy to set a time for you

and me to

> > talk by phone.

> >

> > I hope this is helpful to you, . The problem you describe

is not as

> > difficult to solve as it may seem. As I said, it's fairly common,

and most

> > of my patients get past it fairly easily. Most likely, you can

too. All

> > the best to you,

> >

> > Kindest regards,

> > Dr. C. Lowe, PLLC

> > Board Certified: American Academy of Pain Management

> > Director of Research: Fibromyalgia Research Foundation

> > Tel: Fax:

> > www.drlowe.com drlowe@... Tammy@...

>

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$3.50 a minute according to his website.

http://www.drlowe.com/clincare/labtests.htm#Consultation%20Fee

So, guess if a person is very prepared (and talks fast, lol) it could be

reasonable. That is $210 an hour which is pretty standard from the quotes I

have seen elsewhere. I might try him down the road with my more confusing

issues.

Cheri

Re: Fw: Reply from Dr. C. Lowe: " intolerance

to thyroid hormone "

Anyone have any idea what he charges?

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>

> How would I do this glucose test at home? What does it entail?

>

To test glucose...go and buy one of those Glucose Meters (don't let

them rip you off, you can find a good one for cheap, or go to your

doc and tell them your theory and have them give you a script for the

test strips and a free meter- or looking online, you can find a free

meter online and buy your strips and pin things).

Then, you just poke your finger and drop a drop of blood on the test

strip.

To see whats really going on, you'd have to test it all the time,

fasting...after meals, 5 hours not eating or drinking between meals,

etc. Basically all the time(it won't hurt that bad)- do it for like 2

weeks with recording the results. Then post the results here, or take

them into the doctor, the more your level flucuates, I think can

indicate something going on.

I know I've got problems with mine myself, but am hoping it

straightens itself out when my thyroid meds get stronger after my

adrenals are better. I eat every two hours just to avoid any

symptoms. My metabolism must be sky high, because I eat like a horse,

and never gains weight- weird huh--doesnt that scream adrenal!

Good luck. Mine is a One Touch Ultra Smart, I've got a script for the

test strips, and the montior was free. Google or Blingo search for

Free Glucose Meters.

[Guest guest]

I heard she fell in love with another woman.

Just kidding!

Have no clue. Sometimes people just outgrow each other and no one is to

blame. Do they still work together?

Cheri

-----Original Message-----

I think Honeyman is a chiro like Dr. Lowe. What exactly they are

legally allowed to prescribe?

It sounds like their divorce was acrimonious to say the least. Anyone

heard why they divorced? Is he a chaser?

sol

.

[Guest guest]

His website outlines what he can and cannot do for you.

http://www.drlowe.com/clincare/services.htm

If you talk to them about what you can afford, they can limit the

consultation to what fits in your budget too.

Working With A ative Local Doctor. You may have a cooperative local

doctor who writes your prescriptions. If so, I can help steer your treatment

long-distance by providing you and/or your doctor with educational

assistance. If you want, I'll also consult long-distance with your local

doctor.

Working Without A Local Doctor and With OTC Medications. You may not have a

cooperative local doctor. If not, I can educate you about treatment with

over-the-counter (OTC) medications. The availability of thyroid and adrenal

OTC medications is a boon to patients who can't come to Boulder and can't

find a cooperative local doctor. Many hypothyroid patients fully recover

using OTC medications. This enables them to escape the symptom-sustaining

effects of T4-replacement.

Seeing the Prescribing Doctor Who Works with Me. If you can come to Boulder,

you can see the prescribing doctor who works with me. He will prescribe any

medications you need.

How to Arrange a Long-distance Consultation.

Long-distance Lab Test Orders. If you live in the United States, I may be

able to order lab tests at a laboratory close to you. In some states, I

can't, but in most I can. If I'm able to order tests in your state, you can

get any lab tests that you aren't able to get through a local doctor.

How to Arrange for a Long-distance Lab Order

Cheri

-----Original Message-----

Oh so you mean he DOESN'T treat us directly and only thru a local

physician in our area? That's not what his email response says.

.

[Guest guest]

Anyone have any idea what he charges?

RE: Fw: Reply from Dr. C. Lowe: " intolerance to

thyroid hormone "

,

In fairness to Dr. Lowe, the telemedicine route has gotten doctors in legal

trouble in the past. You are specifically asking for medical advice from

him, which is how he supports himself financially...so yes, most

professionals would expect a payment and consultation. I am actually

impressed he wrote back as much information as he has. I like that he wants

his patients prepared with reading over the linked information and knowing

what to expect from a consultation. He also takes the time to read hundreds

(maybe thousands) of email from people weekly so that is time he gives for

free. I don't know any local doctors that do that in my town. They want you

to set up an appointment before they will even hear what you have to say and

trying to get info in advance from their staffs is useless.

If you can afford it, he might not be a bad one to try since he seems

confident he knows your situation and can help. When I am more financially

secure, I am going to explore more of these options myself. Right now I am

just trying to keep up with the basic meds I need.

Cheri

-----Original Message-----

Thought I'd share this question I sent to Dr. Lowe along with his

response.

I'd love some opinions, of course he's looking to get my money in the

long-run I would imagine. I hate having to think that way as I realize he

also can't treat me via email.

----- Original Message -----

> If you want me to work with you long distance, give my wife, Tammy, a

call

> at , or write to her at Tammy@.... She will help you

prepare to get the most from your phone consultation. However, it is

> important that you first do two things: One, read our webpage on

> long-distance consulting (http://www.drlowe.com/clincare/labtests.htm);

> and two, read my bio (http://www.drlowe.com/jcl/biojcl.htm). These two

> things are important so that you'll know who you're considering

consulting

> with, and you'll know the conditions necessary for long-distance

> consulting. After doing those two things, if you would like for me to

work

> with you, contact Tammy. She'll be happy to set a time for you and me to

> talk by phone.

>

> I hope this is helpful to you, . The problem you describe is not

as

> difficult to solve as it may seem. As I said, it's fairly common, and

most

> of my patients get past it fairly easily. Most likely, you can too. All

> the best to you,

>

> Kindest regards,

> Dr. C. Lowe, PLLC

.

[Guest guest]

I think Honeyman is a chiro like Dr. Lowe. What exactly they are

legally allowed to prescribe?

It sounds like their divorce was acrimonious to say the least. Anyone

heard why they divorced? Is he a chaser?

sol

Gikas wrote:

> Oh so you mean he DOESN'T treat us directly and only thru a local physician in

our area? That's not what his email response says.

>

>

[Guest guest]

,

This has probably all changed, as it was when he an were still married. At

the time, I was visiting my daughter, and went for a one day appointment with

his wife. He was not practicing, only doing research. They did not have a

prescribing md unless you lived there. I was told to find one here to consult

with them. It was not possible. I would guess that once he see's you, he can

handle everything you need from there. My consult was about $900.00.

Frannie

To: NaturalThyroidHormonesADRENALS@...: skg59@...:

Fri, 4 Jan 2008 14:05:30 -0500Subject: Re: Re: Fw: Reply from Dr.

C. Lowe: " intolerance to thyroid hormone "

Oh so you mean he DOESN'T treat us directly and only thru a local physician in

our area? That's not what his email response says. Re: Fw: Reply from Dr. C.

Lowe: " intolerance to thyroid hormone " >> How would I do this glucose test at

home? What does it entail?> To test glucose...go and buy one of those Glucose

Meters (don't let them rip you off, you can find a good one for cheap, or go to

your doc and tell them your theory and have them give you a script for the test

strips and a free meter- or looking online, you can find a free meter online and

buy your strips and pin things).Then, you just poke your finger and drop a drop

of blood on the test strip. To see whats really going on, you'd have to test it

all the time, fasting...after meals, 5 hours not eating or drinking between

meals, etc. Basically all the time(it won't hurt that bad)- do it for like 2

weeks with recording the results. Then post the results here, or take them into

the doctor, the more your level flucuates, I think can indicate something going

on. I know I've got problems with mine myself, but am hoping it straightens

itself out when my thyroid meds get stronger after my adrenals are better. I eat

every two hours just to avoid any symptoms. My metabolism must be sky high,

because I eat like a horse, and never gains weight- weird huh--doesnt that

scream adrenal!Good luck. Mine is a One Touch Ultra Smart, I've got a script for

the test strips, and the montior was free. Google or Blingo search for Free

Glucose Meters. [Non-text portions of this message have been

removed]

[Guest guest]

No, they do not, and are apparently there is some argument about who

contributed what to the research that resulted in the book " The

Metabolic Treatment of Fibromyalgia " etc. He has written some

" corrections " of what she has posted in her bio on her own site (waht

did she know and when did she know it). Now if he is right and what she

has posted in her bio is wrong.............but in acrimonious divorces

there is so much he said, she said. I may at some point be interested in

consulting one of them, so I'd really like to know who is truthful. Not

that I'm likely to find out, LOL.

sol

MsSquarepants wrote:

> Have no clue. Sometimes people just outgrow each other and no one is to

> blame. Do they still work together?

>

>

[Guest guest]

Dr. really is a good guy. The moderator on our Men's Forum at

Real Thyroid Help has known him for years and recommends him to guys

that can't find a good doctor close to home. And if you already have

a general practice or family practice doc that just needs some help

with thyroid or adrenal issues, Dr. will work with them via

telephone to treat you.

- Janet

> Thought I'd share this question I sent to Dr. Lowe along with his

> response.

> I'd love some opinions, of course he's looking to get my money in the

> long-run I would imagine. I hate having to think that way as I

> realize he

> also can't treat me via email.

>

> Sandr

[Guest guest]

The really good thing about having him order labs would be my insurance would

cover the tests - a big savings.

Pat

RE: Re: Fw: Reply from Dr. C. Lowe: " intolerance

to thyroid hormone "

His website outlines what he can and cannot do for you.

http://www.drlowe.com/clincare/services.htm

If you talk to them about what you can afford, they can limit the

consultation to what fits in your budget too.

Working With A ative Local Doctor. You may have a cooperative local

doctor who writes your prescriptions. If so, I can help steer your treatment

long-distance by providing you and/or your doctor with educational

assistance. If you want, I'll also consult long-distance with your local

doctor.

Working Without A Local Doctor and With OTC Medications. You may not have a

cooperative local doctor. If not, I can educate you about treatment with

over-the-counter (OTC) medications. The availability of thyroid and adrenal

OTC medications is a boon to patients who can't come to Boulder and can't

find a cooperative local doctor. Many hypothyroid patients fully recover

using OTC medications. This enables them to escape the symptom-sustaining

effects of T4-replacement.

Seeing the Prescribing Doctor Who Works with Me. If you can come to Boulder,

you can see the prescribing doctor who works with me. He will prescribe any

medications you need.

How to Arrange a Long-distance Consultation.

Long-distance Lab Test Orders. If you live in the United States, I may be

able to order lab tests at a laboratory close to you. In some states, I

can't, but in most I can. If I'm able to order tests in your state, you can

get any lab tests that you aren't able to get through a local doctor.

How to Arrange for a Long-distance Lab Order

Cheri

-----Original Message-----

Oh so you mean he DOESN'T treat us directly and only thru a local

physician in our area? That's not what his email response says.

.

[Guest guest]

Maybe she became hormonally imbalanced and he couldn't tolerate it....LOL

RE: Re: Fw: Reply from Dr. C. Lowe: " intolerance

to thyroid hormone "

I heard she fell in love with another woman.

Just kidding!

Have no clue. Sometimes people just outgrow each other and no one is to

blame. Do they still work together?

Cheri

-----Original Message-----

I think Honeyman is a chiro like Dr. Lowe. What exactly they are

legally allowed to prescribe?

It sounds like their divorce was acrimonious to say the least. Anyone

heard why they divorced? Is he a chaser?

sol

.