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Well, TSH was way DOWN from what it had been on my last three tests...down from almost 4 to 1.5 or something. Wacky. And she said no way Type 2 diabetes based on my FBS test. So....fit as a fiddle. I feel...disappointed. Maybe my sensations are all from my stress, ultimately. She did not suggest any other avenues to pursue. Oh well.

Ha! Your story makes me smile. I, too, play internet doctor yet try to be mindful and respectful when putting forth my ideas. I ran through them a bit yesterday and then put myself in her hands. In fact, going off on my thyroid tangent caused me to forget to ask about the diabetes. I would have added that test at the same time. Oh well... I was worried a bit that with the hospital being so crowded she would be rushed. She didn't seem to be, though, thankfully. B12 shots....I give them to myself as I'm deficient (not just mentally). It's simple and cheap. Haven't died or had a limb rot and fall off yet.

Saw Dr. Ampica and gave a blood sample for a new thyroid test. I have had 3 in the past 3 years and noticed my TSH level has been going up, even though not officially over the limit, but perhaps we're onto something. I go back tomorrow for the results. I forgot to mention the diabetes idea to her but will bring it up tomorrow. The hospital was pretty crowded but certainly much better organized than my previous experiences in the building on Suthep Rd. Dr. Ampica has a calming presence.

They ended up giving me an appointment with Dr. Ampica this coming Sunday!

I'm told Dr. Ampica's schedule is full. I'm waiting to hear back from them about who can see me in her place.

Much gratitude, Mike. I've noted that building in passing and happy to read your post about the much easier usage. I'll be there on Sunday or Tuesday, for sure. Thank you!

This is gold, Mike, thanks. Chatting with my sis last night, she pushed me toward finding an endocrinologist as well but I didn't know where to start and honestly I was getting bogged down mentally with all the things that might or might not be "wrong" with me. If she's only there on Tues. and Sun. she must have a clinic somewhere? I've always shied away from Sriphat because of the massive crowds. Plus it's a confusing space. I will search her out. Can one make an appointment, do you know?

I wish you well on the surgery...unpleasant to say the least. My TSH is 3.924. which is almost the top of the accepted level. It's up a little bit from 3 years ago when it was 3.49. Certainly, I'm no doctor but I will bring it up with one. ...Hard to get any personalized care/discerning care especially with nebulous ailments like, "Oh, I'm tired/oh, I'm achy", etc... Or test results that fall within the accepted range but nonetheless might be out of whack for me or you. My FBS was 86 which seems fine but...

It did include white blood cell and hemoglobin and some others, too. Just counting: 15 different tests. Hmm, my WBC was just over the minimum level. I've been confused about that one a bit. If you have high WBC, it shows you might have an infection. But low and you might GET an infection. And fatigue I'm reading. I'll have to check it again. Thanks for the input.

Googling it again, it's a bit confusing, true. I'll do some more reading and get the test along with some others. I wonder why they do the FBS test and not the A1C? Probably cheaper. My sister, who has Hashimoto's disease, had me looking at the thyroid tests I've had over the past 3 years. One of the levels is close to the upper register and has been. No doctor flagged it but I'm going to point that out and get another test. Maybe I have hypothyroidism which would account for some of my symptoms.

Hey Mike, I'm reading that the FBS test I had (fasting blood sugar) is now the go-to for diabetes testing and is more accurate than the A1C. WEll, that's what the internet told me. So, I guess I WAS tested for diabetes and it was negative. Darn, thought we were on to something! Thanks for your help!

Well heck, I don't know. I guess I didn't get that test. Hmm, I will be getting some tests I think about the end of the month, if not before, and will be sure to ask about that one. Thanks so much! I just looked up the symptoms and I could have many of them but it's too subjective to make any conclusions. Who doesn't have itchy skin, gets up to pee, is tired, etc....?

Is it tested in the urine or blood? My urine test has an indication of something A:C and it is under 3.4. And next to "Sugar" it says "Negative". Maybe I'm the diet version: sugar free? Interestingly, re-reviewing my results, I see I have a tiny renal cyst which I didn't know about or forgot about or it's of no concern so they noted it on paper but didn't mention it. Hmm.... I have you to thank for that.

Hi Peter, I'll have a look. I think they tested for that a couple months ago. I would think so, at least, when getting a physical. ....Just checked. I can't find "A1c" listed but it says blood sugar "normal". And FBS (fasting blood sugar) 86 which is right in the middle of the indicated range. Hopefully, that covers it? Thanks for your post!

Doesn't turmeric grow all over Thailand almost like a weed? 2 million kg of turmeric seems like an awful lot. Is it really used so much? Is that raw turmeric that is then refined to powder form?

I've heard of that one. Near Wat Jed Yot, is that right? Thank you!

Hi Sheryl, I've been there and I'm not a fan. But thank you for the input!

Thanks Chris. I've got to get over there. Of course, after I wrote this post, I started to feel better. I'm kind of waiting for a downturn so I can go when actually experiencing the symptoms. At least they can feel the swollen glands.

That's interesting. I do often have pain from my teeth and think it's a cavity. And then it passes/dentist finds nothing. I've had a doctor look up my nose with a scope and found no evidence of infection but I'm sort of attached to the idea that something is going on there. However, why don't I show a fever or any signs in a blood test....if there was some "secret" infection?

Yes, I just had a full physical and nothing amiss. Blood is fine at least for the tests done. Thyroid fine. Testosterone fine. B12 is fine. Thank you very much for the info and thoughts.

I've thought of that but it's such a hard thing to tackle. Thank you.

This is great info! Thank you!

Thanks Red! I've never had Covid that I know of. I thought I had it a few times but tests were negative. I, too, thought it sounded like long Covid or, gasp, vax injury (have had 3 vax). I've so far never gone down that avenue about vaccines. It's true that I've had this sensation for years and years but it was never so often. I've always just shaken it off, I never seem to have an actual fever, and go on my way the best I can until it passes. However, it's become more frequent and more debilitating. Maybe just getting old? Since there have never been any ways to measure my "feeling" (nothing that so far can be measured), I don't think it is a flu or something contagious. I do have a rather stressed personality and thought that the stress might be manifesting as these symptoms. That is, the symptoms are real but are brought on my own stressful self. Much the way we can get a headache or upset stomach from stress. I don't discount that possibility. And I'm working on the de-stressing but it's a long slog.

Thanks! I've driven past it many a time. Will check it out!

Hi folks, I'm looking for a doctor/clinic outside of a hospital (quicker in/out and hopefully more personal care) that can take me under her/his wing and fix me. Other than the one on Hang Dong road, please. I am feeling flu-like about every other day: sore throat, swollen glands in neck, achy and very fatigued. It comes and goes and I don't have a fever. And then the next morning it will be gone but resurface either in the afternoon or the next day. It feels like a flu coming on or a bad cold and has been going on for months and getting worse, it seems. I've had a general physical and nothing amiss. Is it all in my head? Could be. It's debilitating. If not in my head, I'm thinking an allergy, perhaps, or something with my sinuses due to a history of sinus infections and the pressure I feel on one side of head. Any recommends for doctors? Thank you.