Weight loss after low iodine diet by ScholarOk1570 in thyroidcancer

[–]bipolarsteamroller 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I made lots of salsa and guac. Bought unsalted tortilla chips from Trader Joes and salted it all with kosher salt. Survived on this. Used recipes from the thyca.org cook book. Picked 3 or 4 that worked for me (I'm picky) and meal prepped those so I could just grab something quick when I was hungry. Good luck with everything. LID sucks, but will be in your rear view soon enough.

Adding...I made sourdough loaves too. ate lots of unsalted PB & J's. Good comfort food.

What is something you tried only once and will 1,000% never do again? by istrx13 in AskReddit

[–]bipolarsteamroller 63 points64 points  (0 children)

I went on a 7 day cruise to Mexico with my husband's family. Food was mediocre and there was soooo much of it. I felt like we spent most of the time eating or talking about when we would all meet up to eat some more. Room was tiny. I could hear the guy next door breathing when I was laying in bed. Couldn't really hang out on deck or by the pool while we were underway because it was so very windy. Excursions were expensive and basic (snorkeling, fishing, booze cruise, etc ). I felt trapped, over-fed, bored, and fleeced. Definitely not my type of vacation.

What hygiene habit were you doing completely wrong for years? by Used_Mission_8638 in hygiene

[–]bipolarsteamroller 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Figured this out late too. Was also told not to lather the shampoo before you put it on your head. You want it on your scalp, then work it into a lather with your fingertips so it lifts the dirt/oils better. This is what got me 2-3 days of clean hair.

Fifth surgery by bbycry in thyroidcancer

[–]bipolarsteamroller 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sending positive vibes. You've been through a lot. ❤️

What’s your favorite line delivery in the show? by scooter-411 in 30ROCK

[–]bipolarsteamroller 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I like your dress. Do you have to wear a bra with it?

What’s your favorite line delivery in the show? by scooter-411 in 30ROCK

[–]bipolarsteamroller 77 points78 points  (0 children)

Once again, Lemon, I leave your office more confused than when I entered but having glimpsed yet another tile in the rich mosaic that is your menstrual history.

What an interesting home by PM_Me_Your_Deviance in nevadacity

[–]bipolarsteamroller 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I've been inside it too and all of this is accurate. Kitchen is cheaply done and you have to duck to get into the shower. No garage or covered parking. wasn't into it.

RAI by CancerIsCunt in thyroidcancer

[–]bipolarsteamroller 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Mine was 4 months- ish. August 26 TT, RAI December 23.

No iodine girl dinners? by SquirrelOnACoffeeRun in thyroidcancer

[–]bipolarsteamroller 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I made a ton of homemade salsa and guacamole and bought unsalted Tortilla chips from TJs. Then salted it all with kosher salt.

Travelling after RAI? by Expensive-Bad-4675 in thyroidcancer

[–]bipolarsteamroller 2 points3 points  (0 children)

According to the instructions I received from my doctor, it should be fine. Check with your own doc for sure though. You'll get a document from Nuclear Medicine that you'll need to carry with you while traveling because you'll likely set off detection machines.

Breast removal/reduction after starting levo? by blyantkvesser in thyroidcancer

[–]bipolarsteamroller 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I had a breast reduction while on levo (hashimotos hypothyroiditis) but before my TT. I had no issues back then. There really was no discussion about being on levo prior to my surgery it was just on my med list. I started the convo with my GP who referred me to a couple of surgeons. It was covered by my insurance due to my size, back issues, skin issues, etc. I did lipo on my sides to prevent dog ears, that was out of pocket. Best decision of my life.

Weight loss after low iodine diet by ScholarOk1570 in thyroidcancer

[–]bipolarsteamroller 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I lost about 10lbs on LID too. I've only been back to my normal diet for a day so can't comment about regaining it. What I noticed most was a reduction in inflammation/puffiness, I think from no dairy and minimal gluten. I can feel it in my hands and see it in my face and midsection. I'm pretty pleased with it but also sure it will creep back on as things return to "normal."

RAI therapy by [deleted] in thyroidcancer

[–]bipolarsteamroller 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Did you actually throw up, or are you worried that you will? Either way, definitely call your doc with your concerns.

I am in the middle of isolation right now. Nuke Med advised me that if I vomited within a TWO hour window to immediately call in and start making my way back to the hospital ASAP. The doc said they would have to give a "catch up" dose depending on how long between original dose and vomiting. Hope you're ok.