by Michelle
(Illinois)
Hi Amelia,
I was wondering if you could give me some advice on what steps to take to try to have a healthy pregnancy. I have had hypothyroidism since 2003. I have no symptoms that I know of and am a slim person, so I don't fit the typical characteristics. I was on Levoxyl for 9 years and didn't really notice any changes in how I felt.
Fast forward to 2010, we conceived after about a year of trying but at my 9 week appointment in July there was an empty 5 week sac. I also never "felt" pregnant. In September 2011 we decided to try to get pregnant again and conceived in 1 month. This time I felt sick and pregnant until about the 8th week, then at my 9 week appointment there was another empty 5 week sac. I did not have a D&C for either of the miscarriages.
In December 2011 I went to a chiropractor for nutrition response testing and found out I have a sensitivity to wheat and corn. I immediately stopped eating those foods. I also went to see a new dr for my thyroid and he put me on compounded T3 & T4. I do feel like I have a bit more energy now but nothing dramatic. I have included my most recent test results for blood, saliva, and stool.
My thyroid medication dose is still being worked out. I also take the following supplements: Vitamin D drops, fish oil, Isotonix prenatal, Butyric-Cal-mag, Methyl-Plex B, Mineral Plex, Hemeplex Fe, and Pan-Rx.
I have recently started going for acupuncture and feel like I am a bit more calm. My periods usually start with a day or 2 of spotting, 2 or 3 days of bright red flow with a few small clots and mild cramps, then about 3 days of light spotting that is brown. I have also noticed that I ovulate around days 9/10/11 but have the fertile egg white mucus around days 16-19. I have a cycle that's usually 28-30 days long.
I have also gone for several abdominal massages, but haven't really noticed any changes in my cycle. I recently had an ultra sound on day 26 of my cycle and I had follicles on both ovaries and I have a tilted uterus.
My diet is mostly animal protein, veggies, fruit, and nuts. I originally thought that the miscarriages were caused by my thyroid not being controlled with the Levoxyl, but now it is apparent that I also have some hormone issues. Do you think that this can be helped with acupuncture alone, or would I need herbs and supplements? I'm currently 32 yrs old and feel like time is ticking and I'm not sure how to resolve these issues in a natural way. I'd like to move onto the next chapter in my life but feel confused on the next steps. Thank you in advance for any advice you can give.
Michelle
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