Still Worried

[ilovemarkb]

Worried about my hubby feeling exhausted. Thought it may have been thyroid problems but he got the all clear. Doctor suggested that hubby maybe depressed due to recent loss of dog and always doing for others and neglecting himself!! Admittedly I am worried that they could be other health issues going on. His uncle has been diagnosed wirh MS after months of family calling him lazy. I know this isnt a genetic condition however I do feel concerned. Feeling rather helpless. Has anyone experienced any similar issues??

[Mamyalynne]

How has your Husband reacted to the mention of depression?

Would he be prepared to try a course of medication to see if it helped.

There does seem a lot going on around him , so it's entirely possible.

[Sqad]

One always imagines that after the diagnosis of an under active thyroid and it's treatment, that the patient will have lost weight, be "up and about" bright eyed and bushy tailed, but this doesn't happen. The improvement is gradual taking over months than weeks to notice any improvement. Depression and under active thyroid are difficult to differentiate on clinical grounds and may even be co-existent.
Do you mean he has been treated for thyroid problems and the blood tests are all clear, or do you mean that blood tests for an underactive thyroid were normal? I am a bit confused.

[NoMercy]

My gut instinct would be mild to moderate biological depression.

I lost my dog too just before Christmas and it took me months to bounce back.

How's his appetite? Any unexplained weight loss or change in bowel habits?

[Khandro]

Get him another dog?

[ilovemarkb]

Thanks guys. Hubby had TSH Levels checked and these were normal. Also had U + E's and LFTs. The only level out of range was liver but that is now back within a normal range. He wouldnt get another dog as he (we) couldnt bare saying goodbye again. He doesnt take any meds from doc. Blood pressure and cholestoral are very good. His BMI is 30.

[ilovemarkb]

Eating...pooping and passing urine ok

[Khandro]

//He wouldnt get another dog as he (we) couldnt bare saying goodbye again.//
Perhaps he could take a neighbour's dog for walks? If you are used to having a dog, life without one can seem a bit lacking.

[Sqad]

Thank you for the feedback which would indicate that there is no organic cause for his symptoms and your GP may well be correct in that he is suffering a depressive illness.
The solution is in his hands,whether he wants to "battle this out " on his own, or seek medical advice.
As for M.S causing his problems, that is a long shot.....a very long shot.

[ilovemarkb]

Thanks guys !

[mikey4444]

The dog issue is easily remedied ! Go and get another dog, straight away. The Dogs Trust is always looking to re-home dogs.

[Baldric]

Mikey, see post @ 16:40 ^^^