We often know our bodies best—when something feels off, we can sense it. Yet, finding answers to our symptoms can be incredibly challenging, especially when doctors dismiss our concerns or don’t take the time to listen or dig deeper. Many women with autoimmune diseases experience this all too often—having their symptoms brushed aside, misdiagnosed, or told that everything is “normal” when they feel anything but.
This was the experience of one of my clients—a woman battling severe depression, suicidal thoughts, overwhelming fatigue, and abnormally long and heavy periods. She felt something deeper was going on, particularly with her thyroid, but despite her instincts, her concerns were dismissed by doctors who refused to dig deeper than a basic TSH (Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone) test. Unfortunately, TSH only tells part of the story when it comes to thyroid health.
In addition, her mental health professional told her that she would be on antidepressants for the rest of her life. After researching the medication, she was concerned about the long-term side effects and wanted to explore more holistic options.
A Nutritional Approach to Healing
We decided to take a different path. We created a nutrition plan that specifically supported her thyroid and supported brain function. Within a couple of months, she saw a remarkable shift—her energy levels improved, her depression lifted, and her suicidal thoughts subsided.
However, we both knew there was still more to uncover regarding her thyroid health.
Getting the Right Tests
Her symptoms and health history pointed to a thyroid issue beyond what had been tested, so I recommended a full thyroid panel, including thyroid antibody levels. After years of having her concerns dismissed, she decided to take charge of her health and invest in comprehensive testing through Evexia Diagnostics.
When her results came in, everything clicked—she had high thyroid antibodies, confirming Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis, an autoimmune condition that often goes undiagnosed, especially in women.
A Holistic and Integrated Approach
With this new information, we adjusted her diet and lifestyle to support her thyroid and calm her immune system. She also connected with a new, more supportive doctor who immediately diagnosed her with Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis based on her labs and created a medical treatment plan.
Now, she has a full healthcare team in her corner: her doctor, managing the medical side, and me, guiding her on nutrition and lifestyle changes. Together, we are addressing the root causes of her symptoms, not just masking them.
Key Takeaways:
- Trust Your Intuition: When something feels off with your health, don’t ignore it. Your body knows best.
- Advocate for Yourself: It may take persistence and courage, but finding the right healthcare practitioners who listen to you is critical.
- Holistic Healing: True healing is not just about medication—it’s about integrating nutrition, lifestyle, and emotional well-being.
Having an accurate diagnosis was the turning point in her journey. Today, she’s on a path to better health and well-being, with a clear understanding of her condition and the tools to manage it.
Ready to take control of your autoimmune disease and find relief from your symptoms? My signature 6-month program, Autoimmune Harmony, will provide you with expert support and guidance, a personalized wellness plan, customized meal collections, and proven strategies, all tailored to meet your specific needs so that you will have the tools and knowledge you need to thrive. By the end of 6 months, we will take your flare-ups from frequent to few and far between, so you can live your life fully.
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