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Jessup, PA

Hello
I hope you are experiencing a wonderful Friday morning at 2:22 a.m. My medical journey began with doctors being uncertain, leading to repetitive surgeries, which ultimately revealed that my doctor failed to test my T-4 levels. I have been diagnosed with hypothyroidism, T.E.D, and Graves' disease
What I find perplexing is that T.E.D and Graves' disease typically occur in conjunction with hyperthyroidism. According to my doctor, it is rare for individuals with hypothyroidism to… read more

January 30, 2025
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A TEDhealthteam Member
January 31, 2025
A TEDhealthteam Member

I will be praying for you to get some relief. Keep your chin up and don't give up. Life is tough, but you are stronger.

ps ~ Sarah is correct: you are beautiful!😘

August 1, 2025
A TEDhealthteam Member

You are beautiful! You will get through this. I am currently getting steroid infusions every week. I have had 6 at high doses and have minor side effects. My eyes feel a bit better. It might be worth a try.

July 28, 2025
A TEDhealthteam Member

You're beautiful...

June 4, 2025
A TEDhealthteam Member

Thank you for your kind and heartfelt words. Your encouragement was just the catalyst I needed to break through this challenging moment! I felt stuck. I felt/feel like i am/was on an teeter-totter and I was the lighter person stuck at the top with no ideas, ways, or thoughts to get down and find someone to try to help me or point me in the right direction.
Thank you,
Sincerely,
Amber Astleford.
💜❌️⭕️❌️⭕️❌️⭕️💜

January 31, 2025

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