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Posted by afatchic on September 5, 2001, at 13:32:36
Hey everyone! I actually have something positive to share. I just got diagnosed with hypothyroidism. While this may not seem like good news on the surface, I'm thrilled. I have suspected for a few years that I was hypothyroid but doctors blew me off because the only test they knew to order came back within normal limits. Finally, my thyroid has gotten to the point where the basic test is highly abnormal and there's no doubt left. This diagnosis explains so many symptoms I've been having. A year and a half ago, I was kicked out of the Air Force for being overweight. I told them that I was on a very restrictive diet and exercised frequently but still couldn't lose weight, they called me a liar. I had been in for 15 years and loved my job. I was only 5 years away from retirement and they fired me with no benefits. My family and I went through hell. We were ruined financially. Now I can prove that my weight problem was NOT my fault. I don't know what to do at this point but they owe me and I intend to collect. Thyroid disorders are a major cause of depression and very common. I urge all of you to get checked.
asoontobenotsofatchic
Posted by Kristi on September 5, 2001, at 13:43:58
In reply to I Have Good News!!! :-), posted by afatchic on September 5, 2001, at 13:32:36
That is awesome!!! Not the disease, you know what I mean. Now their is something to fix!!!!
I'm so happy for ya... their is nothing worse than not knowing and being blown off.YEAHHHHHHHHHHHHHH :-)
> Hey everyone! I actually have something positive to share. I just got diagnosed with hypothyroidism. While this may not seem like good news on the surface, I'm thrilled. I have suspected for a few years that I was hypothyroid but doctors blew me off because the only test they knew to order came back within normal limits. Finally, my thyroid has gotten to the point where the basic test is highly abnormal and there's no doubt left. This diagnosis explains so many symptoms I've been having. A year and a half ago, I was kicked out of the Air Force for being overweight. I told them that I was on a very restrictive diet and exercised frequently but still couldn't lose weight, they called me a liar. I had been in for 15 years and loved my job. I was only 5 years away from retirement and they fired me with no benefits. My family and I went through hell. We were ruined financially. Now I can prove that my weight problem was NOT my fault. I don't know what to do at this point but they owe me and I intend to collect. Thyroid disorders are a major cause of depression and very common. I urge all of you to get checked.
>
> asoontobenotsofatchic
Posted by susan C on September 5, 2001, at 16:04:42
In reply to I Have Good News!!! :-), posted by afatchic on September 5, 2001, at 13:32:36
Wow, an actual, look point point point here is an actual test that showes this is what is going in my body that is causing my brain to go wack boing zap doinnng blah bleh....It is kind of like the car analogy, cant fix it til it is broke...here is to getting your ducks in a row and shooting the bottles off the fence, (apologies for the confused analogy)
Best Regards to you
Susan C
> Hey everyone! I actually have something positive to share. I just got diagnosed with hypothyroidism. While this may not seem like good news on the surface, I'm thrilled. I have suspected for a few years that I was hypothyroid but doctors blew me off because the only test they knew to order came back within normal limits. Finally, my thyroid has gotten to the point where the basic test is highly abnormal and there's no doubt left. This diagnosis explains so many symptoms I've been having. A year and a half ago, I was kicked out of the Air Force for being overweight. I told them that I was on a very restrictive diet and exercised frequently but still couldn't lose weight, they called me a liar. I had been in for 15 years and loved my job. I was only 5 years away from retirement and they fired me with no benefits. My family and I went through hell. We were ruined financially. Now I can prove that my weight problem was NOT my fault. I don't know what to do at this point but they owe me and I intend to collect. Thyroid disorders are a major cause of depression and very common. I urge all of you to get checked.
>
> asoontobenotsofatchic
Posted by sar on September 6, 2001, at 1:26:32
In reply to I Have Good News!!! :-), posted by afatchic on September 5, 2001, at 13:32:36
dear chic,
yaaay! am happy for you. f*ck ppl who don't believe in what we say. fired for being overweight...aahhh...that pisses me off, haul those papers in and get what you're owed! and hopefully an apology while you're at it!
i hope whoever fired you feels like a complete fucking asshole.
and i hope some justice comes from this.
wishing you the best and sorry for the sailor mouth but your message really kind of set me off,
sar
Posted by Wendy B. on September 6, 2001, at 8:03:07
In reply to I Have Good News!!! :-), posted by afatchic on September 5, 2001, at 13:32:36
Hey Chick!
I am so happy now there is an explanation... And you can change your name on the Board to aknockoutchic, or something more kind to yourself...
The doctors at the Air Force should be ashamed of themselves for not having done a thyroid test right at the time! It's been known for MANY years that thyroid problems can affect weight! It's like with the Kristi surgery disaster - we know more about our own bodies than some shit doctors do!
Sue them for back pay AND pain and suffering... You deserve a nice FAT settlement (hee hee).
Sending a hug to ya,
Wendy
> Hey everyone! I actually have something positive to share. I just got diagnosed with hypothyroidism. While this may not seem like good news on the surface, I'm thrilled. I have suspected for a few years that I was hypothyroid but doctors blew me off because the only test they knew to order came back within normal limits. Finally, my thyroid has gotten to the point where the basic test is highly abnormal and there's no doubt left. This diagnosis explains so many symptoms I've been having. A year and a half ago, I was kicked out of the Air Force for being overweight. I told them that I was on a very restrictive diet and exercised frequently but still couldn't lose weight, they called me a liar. I had been in for 15 years and loved my job. I was only 5 years away from retirement and they fired me with no benefits. My family and I went through hell. We were ruined financially. Now I can prove that my weight problem was NOT my fault. I don't know what to do at this point but they owe me and I intend to collect. Thyroid disorders are a major cause of depression and very common. I urge all of you to get checked.
>
> asoontobenotsofatchic
Posted by Willow on September 6, 2001, at 9:08:48
In reply to Re: I Have Good News!!! :-) » afatchic, posted by Wendy B. on September 6, 2001, at 8:03:07
Aknockoutchic
I concur! Private Benajamin look out!
You go for your rights, but don't let it interfere with your living today. Don't let the bureaucracy tow you under.
Best Wishes
Willow
Posted by Kristi on September 6, 2001, at 9:42:54
In reply to Re: I Have Good News!!! :-), posted by Willow on September 6, 2001, at 9:08:48
> Aknockoutchic
>
> I concur! Private Benajamin look out!
>
> You go for your rights, but don't let it interfere with your living today. Don't let the bureaucracy tow you under.
>
> Best Wishes
> Willow
Posted by akc on September 6, 2001, at 9:58:08
In reply to I Have Good News!!! :-), posted by afatchic on September 5, 2001, at 13:32:36
Just want to say I'm glad they figured this out for you.
akc
Posted by Krazy Kat on September 6, 2001, at 10:53:16
In reply to I Have Good News!!! :-), posted by afatchic on September 5, 2001, at 13:32:36
I so completely understand - it is good news! Good luck getting it under control and getting back what is rightfully yours. I'm sorry for the pain it has caused.
- K.
Posted by afatchic on September 7, 2001, at 9:49:47
In reply to Re: I Have Good News!!! :-), posted by Krazy Kat on September 6, 2001, at 10:53:16
Thank you! It feels great to get such positive and passionate responses. Today, I contacted a lawyer who specializes in lawsuits against the military. I'll keep you all posted.
> I so completely understand - it is good news! Good luck getting it under control and getting back what is rightfully yours. I'm sorry for the pain it has caused.
>
> - K.
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