I'm trying to figure out if the problems I have sleeping are being caused by my Hashimoto's or something else. I will wake up shortly after going to sleep and I feel so much anxiety in my chest I have to sit up. I feel kind of "tormented". I have to prop pillows up and I just cannot relax...

I have done tons of research and cannot find answers to this question; how long does the attacks on your thyroid last? (months, years, etc.) And I guess more importantly, is there ANYTHING that can help? From what I read, even thyroid medication cannot stop the attack on your thyroid. I...