Advocating for Your Thyroid Health: A Must for Those with Type 1 Diabetes
Did you know that up to 30% of people with Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) also have autoimmune thyroid disease? It’s more common than you think, especially considering that around 12% of American women will develop a thyroid disorder in their lifetime, with women being 5-8 times more likely than men to face thyroid issues. Unfortunately, many of these cases go undiagnosed.
Even more surprising? Many endocrinologists and family medicine doctors often overlook a full thyroid panel. While they may test for TSH (thyroid-stimulating hormone) and sometimes T4, there are critical labs that provide a more complete picture of your thyroid health.
Have you ever considered requesting a full thyroid panel? It’s something I wish I’d done sooner, and I now help others take control of their health in the same way. Through my own experience, I learned that advocating for my needs and insisting on comprehensive labs helped me uncover antibodies that would have otherwise gone unnoticed. Trust me—if I’d relied solely on my doctor’s initial assessment, I wouldn’t have understood the full picture. I felt tired, but not because of lack of sleep—it was my thyroid!
If you’re ready to take charge of your thyroid health, I can help. Order your thyroid panel through the link below, and if you need assistance interpreting your results, I offer an optional coaching call to guide you through your data and the best protocol for healing.
In health,
Kelly
P.S. Got questions? Feel free to email me anytime!
References:
- Thyroid.org Press Room
- Medtronic Diabetes: Thyroid Disorders and Type 1 Diabetes
Are you eager to get your labs tested?
- Order a full thyroid panel here
- View the sample report here
