Guest guest Posted November 21, 2002 Report Share Posted November 21, 2002 Hi You might remember I had the same kind of thing. Your reply to Sandy makes me think that it, too, could be a result of being hypo at the cellular level. On the other hand somebody on the list was talking about having an acetic system. That sort of rang a bell and I started brushing my teeth and tongue with baking soda just after the toothpaste has done its thing. Coincidence or not (because I'm finally back on cytomel) the stuff is disappearing and I've had it since last spring! Go figure. Laurel Re: Mouth Sores? > Hi Sandy - > > I had mouth sores (little white patches that were tender) as well as > coated tongue. Like , it was diagnosed as mouth thrush. At > the same time I was having a lot of intestinal discomfort, probably > due to an infestation of candida or some other intestinal parasite. > I learned that by the time it shows up in the mouth, you've usually > got a problem going on with the entire digestive system. > > This may or may not be your problem, but it is something to > consider. I was given a round of Nystatin - an antifungal med. > > At the time I was having the problem, my thyroid levels were too low, > due to too much ATD for my needs. When was the last time you had > your FT4 and FT3 tested? If you are taking too much PTU, it can > cause these kinds of problems, such as over-growth of candida, non- > healing wounds, etc, because of the lowered body temperature that is > a result of low thyroid/metabolism. The normal 98.6 degree temps > help to curb these types of infestations. If the body temp is lower, > it's easier for the bad guys to set up house. > > Just some ideas. As was suggested, get your white blood cell count > checked. If it is low, that also could be a sign of your PTU dosage > being too high for your needs. Since they have to draw blood for > this anyway, request/demand a check on your Free thyroid levels. > When you are first starting out on ATDs, it's very important to check > your levels frequently to get the proper dosage FOR YOUR SYSTEM! > > Best Wishes, > Chris > > > > > > > Okay, I just thought I would ask about mouth sores. I searched the > > archives. Noone has said anything to me about the mouth sores. My > > immune system must be shot by now. I am on PTU, 3x day 2 pills and > 1 > > Inderal a day. I went to the dermatologist and she said I may have > > staph and is going to put me on some nose spray and some > antibiotic. > > Will post names later. Is the mouth sores something to be concerned > > about. I have been getting them off and on since I have been on the > > PTU about 5 wks. and didn't even know it was a part of Graves. I am > > starting to get tired too. Is this a sign of hypo? Thanks, Sandy > > > ------------------------------------- > The Graves' list is intended for informational purposes only and is not intended to replace expert medical care. > Please consult your doctor before changing or trying new treatments. > ---------------------------------------- > DISCLAIMER > > Advertisments placed on this yahoo groups list do not have the endorsement of > the listowner. I have no input as to what ads are attached to emails. > -------------------------------------------------------------------------- ------------ > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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