Medication and Graves diagnosis

[Georgiagirl]

The endo has me taking Methimazole 10 mg three times a day and Atenolol 25mg twice a day. I have graves and have one small nodule that she is going to biopsy at my next visit in five weeks.

I still dont know what the blood test results were for the more specific thyroid tests that were performed. I see the GP again on Thursday so will try to get a copy from her.

I dont know how these medication dosages compare to anyone elses experience. I guess I am just going to do exactly what the endo said and see how things go.

She did not give me any restrictions on exercise, so I guess when/if my heart stops pounding, I can get back to some kind of routine.

[Andros]

The endo has me taking Methimazole 10 mg three times a day and Atenolol 25mg twice a day. I have graves and have one small nodule that she is going to biopsy at my next visit in five weeks.

I still dont know what the blood test results were for the more specific thyroid tests that were performed. I see the GP again on Thursday so will try to get a copy from her.

I dont know how these medication dosages compare to anyone elses experience. I guess I am just going to do exactly what the endo said and see how things go.

She did not give me any restrictions on exercise, so I guess when/if my heart stops pounding, I can get back to some kind of routine.

That sounds about right on the Methimazole. If I recall correctly, I was on 10 mgs. of Tapazole (Methimazole) 3 times a day.

Heavy exercise is contraindicated during this stage of the disease, I believe. I urge you to discuss this with your doctor prior to embarking upon anything strenuous.

Walking, Tai Chai, some Yoga.................perhaps?