thyroid uptake test

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Hello all,

Just wondering what to expect in the next couple of weeks. I have

to go for a thyroid uptake test next week and after the results of

that I am going for RAI. I didn't think I could have the RAI

treatment but the Endo assures me that my allergy to iodine will not

effect me in any way. My Endo is wonderful by the way. So down to

earth and he explained Graves Disease wonderfully. He said my

thyroid was like the gas pedal of my body and it is stuck on wide

open, and he needs to make it hit a tree just like a car would do if

it's gas pedal were stuck open. He's a great guy.

I do have one more Question. Should I be around my baby after I

have the RAI treatment? He told me to ask the opinion of others and

he leaves it up to me. I wouldn't think that radiation in that

amount would be good for him. Any help and thoughts would be

appreciated.

Thanks to you all!!

Laurie