YOUR TESTS ARE NORMAL, BUT YOU STILL FEEL LOUSY 
- WHAT IS WRONG?

You are feeling lousy all the time. You are tired, you cannot concentrate at your work, you are
getting slow in thinking and  at your  work.  You go to your doctor for an answer.  Your 
doctor checks on you,  does  some lab tests , and they all came out negative. You are told 
you are healthy and there is nothing wrong with you . You are puzzled. You do not feel well
and you are told there is nothing wrong  with you.  You hear many things from different people:

"Do not worry. There is nothing wrong with you."
" You are stressed  our. Relax. Take a vacation"
" It is just aging process. You have to accept it"
"You don't  eat well"
"Do more exercise"
" It is midlife  crises. You have to accept it"
"It is all in your head".
" You are crazy. May be little anti-depressant, anti- psychotic, anti- anxiety, or sleep pill can
help."
"You are finding excuses, these is nothing wrong with you".
"You are lying.  You are faking. You are making excuses, You do not want to work". Etc., etc.

This is a common story I hear from the patients who come to me for help.

But LISTEN, it may not be your fault . Your thyroid could be causing all these problems, but
unfortunately it could be  missed by your doctor. It is easy to miss  or misdiagnosed thyroid
issues.. That is why, I call it a silent killer. According  to Broda Barnes MD( who used fasting
temperature as a part of thyroid evaluation and he is author of famous book: Hypothyroidism:
The Unsuspected Illness), more then  40 percent of Americans  may be  having thyroid
 problem  and  many may not  know it. Problems are:  Symptoms of thyroid diseases  could
be so vague .misleading and resemble to many other common diseases, that  unless
a physician keep this in the  back of his/her mind and take  proper history and do appropriate 
examination ( which  is hard in insurance led medical practices) , thyroid issues can be easily
missed , misdiagnosed  for other conditions and treated for other conditions which are not present
and this can cause real harm to the  patient. David  Brownstein  MD  describes the case of his father
in his book , " Overcoming Thyroid Disorders" . His father  was   wrongly diagnosed and wrongly treated 
for coronary artery  disease, and he underwent  unnecessary invasive procedures like angiogram
etc., while in fact he had hypothyroidism . After  proper treatment of hypothyrodism he improved
and lived many healthy years afterwards..  Broda Barnes MD has describes many similar  cases 
as well. 


Another issue is most commonly test used to exclude hypothyroid is TSH, which  may miss some
patients especially poor T4 to T3 converters. Also  normal value of TSH  is not wellestablished.
Different doctors interpret TSH differently. According to Dr. Brownstein,  since doctors started relying 
on TSH alone as an indicator of thyroid disease, many cases of hypothyroidism have been missed.
Consequently, not only are cancer, diabetes, heart disease and obesity on the rise but also new 
mysterious diseases like chronic fatigue syndrome and fibromyalgia on rise.

Some of the signs and symptoms of  hypothyroidism you should remember are :

-macroglossia (big tongue)-pale skin-loss of smell or taste
-slow speech-thinning hair and/or eyebrows-sensitivity to cold
-muscle weakness
-tenderness
-stiffness
-yellow skin
-headaches
-poor memory-mental fog
-depression
-mental slowness
-acne
-atherosclerosis(hardening of arteries)
-high cholesterol-arthritis
-constipation
-eczema
-psoriasis
-cold extremities
-voice changes
-fatigue especially in the morning-infertility
-menstrual problems
-paresthesia (numbness)
-carpel tunnel
-ovarian cysts
-anemia
-preorbital edema ( swelling around the eyes)
-proptosis (bulging eyes)-dry skin
-bugging eyes
-puffy face
-goiter (swelling in front of your neck)
-hypotension or -hypertension
-slow reflexes

However hypothyroiism may present in may other sneaky ways. One important thing I tell my patients is, to take fasting vitals. Low temperature with usually low pulse (sometimes high) indicate possibility of hypothyroidism.


Early diagnosis and treatment is very crucial. Thyroid hormone is important  for  metabolism to
every cell which maintains cellular energy and cellular  functions.  Hypothyroidism , if not treated can
damage every cell, and every organ of the body , most serious being heart irregularity, heart failure , 
mental retardation and dementia.

Dr Tahir MD , Holistic MD
Comprehensive, Holistic and 
Natural Care of Thyroid Diseases.
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Synthroid (levothyroxine ) is not a perfect medication for Hypothyroidism and TSH is not a perfect test.

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If you are not feeling well, you are tired, has dry skin, losing your hair ,gaining weight then your thyroid may be the problem. Your usual  testes may not show the problem.

 

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How to  take good care of your thyroid - The Master Gland.
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If you or your love one  has  hypothyroidism and  take thyroid supplements, you.... MUST.... read this....
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Thyroid is a very sensitive gland and so are the medications you take for Hypothyroidism. These mediations can react with certain minerals, supplements and foods.
It is advisable you take Thyroid medications  first thing in the morning, with empty stomach, and do not eat for at least one hour.
There are certain foods,  minerals  and medications which can interfere with thyroid medications and I recommend to avoid them if you have hypothyroidism. If  you have to take  them take them in modest amount and eat them in the evenings or at night.
These foods, minerals , medications are:
- Soya and soya beans
- Walnuts
- Food with Cotton seed
- Calcium
- Iron ( including iron containing multi vitamin)
- Aluminum and /or  Magnesium containing  medications  like antacids.
- Sucralfate (Carafaten)
- Cholestyramine (Questran)
- Colestipol (Colestid)
- Goitrogens

What are Goitrogenis  ?
There  are  substances mostly in  food variety in nature and they  can harm your thyroid. It is recommended they should be avoided not only by thyroid patients but also by people with normal thyroid  but  are at risk, as a  preventive measure, especially if there is a  family history of thyroid diseases or there is a community  incidences of   thyroid disorders more then other communities..
Some of the more common  goitrogens are  the following:
•African cassava
•Babassu (a palm-tree coconut fruit found in Brazil and Africa)
•Bok choy
•Broccoli
•Broccolini
•Brussels sprouts
•Cabbage
•Cauliflower
•Chinese Broccoli
•Collards
•Daikon
•Kale
•Kohlrabi
•Millet
•Mustard
•Peaches
•Peanuts
•Pine nuts
•Radishes
•Red Radish
•Rutabaga
•Spinach
•Strawberries
•Turnipsnt
•Watercress
These foods interfere with Thyroid Functions in many ways. They interfere with Thyroid iodine uptake  which  makes  thyroid Iodine deficient . Iodine  is the  main food for thyroid and  is  an  important part of its normal structure. Iodine has ant proliferative and antineoplastic property. Iodine deficiency gives the swelling of thyroid known as  a goiter.
Goitrogenic foods also interfere with enzyme process needed  for formation  of T4, T3 and for conversion of T 4 to T 3.
 Role of gluten free and Paleo diets for thyroid patients :
I  consider wheat  also cause  hypothyroidism by formation of anti bodied (Hashimoto's disease) This antibodies formation occur  especially if a person has genetic predisposition. In my clinical practice I have seen some thyroid patients especially  with Hashimoto's  feel much better after starting  gluten free diet even when their tests are negative for celiac diseases. Some do better on paleo diet.
In our next post we will discuss   food, nutrition  and supplements etc.  which can energize you and your thyroid

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                        You tried every thing
                                     and
                        still not feeling well ?
         Holistic Integrative  approach may help.
         

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Dr. Tahir MD. Internal Medicine- Family Medicine ( Natural, Holistic and Integrative Approach)
www.drtahirmd.com
1888 963 6033
1315 214 8100
1585 334 4060
1607 765 8129
-1732 West Genesee Street , Syracuse ,NY 13204
-3450 Winton Place ,  Rochester, NY 14623
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Some of the Conditions Dr. Tahir Treats

Dr. Tahir takes a comprehensive history and performs a thorough physical examination and tests. As part of his investigation, he orders any necessary tests (blood tests, MRI, CT scan, etc), diagnoses, prescribes, treats and makes referrals if needed. He uses the latest, most effective and safest possible evidence-based treatment, based on holistic, integrative and functional medicine principles.
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The following are only a sample of the most common conditions that Dr. Tahir has treated successfully. Please inquire about other conditions not listed below:
 - chronic fatigue
- fibromyalgia
- chronic pain not responding to other treatments
- obesity (overweight)
- depression
- panic attack
- anxiety
- phobia
- recurrent warts
- recurrent corns
- allergies (food and environmental and others)
- rashes
- acne
- dandruff
- psoriasis
- chronic rashes not responding to other treatments
- alopecia
- insomnia (lack of sleep)
- Parkinsonism
- brain fog
- inability to concentrate or focus
- memory issues
- chronic dizziness
- TMJ
- ADHD (adult and childhood)
- peripheral neuropathy
- gout
- bursitis
- muscle spasm
- frozen shoulders
- tennis elbow
- whiplash
- muscle pain
- migraine and other  chronic headache
- herniated discs, bulging discs and other discs problems
- arthritis
- degenerative joint disease
- tendinitis
- CTS ( carpal tunnel syndrome)
- chronic neck pain
- chronic back pain
- burning tongue syndrome
- halitosis ( bad breath)
- sinus problems
- chronic bronchitis
- hoarseness
- asthma
- COPD
- chronic cough
- recurrent ear infections
- recurrent sinus infection
- recurrent lung infection
- upper respiratory infection
- IBS (irritable bowel syndrome)
- indigestion
- chronic constipation
- chronic diarrhea
- gluten intolerance
- lactose intolerance
- chronic abdominal pain not responding to other therapies
- leaky gut syndrome
- Crohn’s disease
- ulcerative colitis
- hiatus hernia
- peptic ulcer disease
- heartburn
- bloating
- metabolic syndrome
- diabetes
- high cholesterol, high triglyceride and low HDL
- coronary  artery disease
- congestive heart failure
- hypertension ( high blood pressure)
- hypotension ( low blood pressure)
- lack of energy
- low sex drive and other sexual issues
- fluid retention
- hot flashes
- hirsutism ( excessive hair growth)
- PMS
- polycystic ovarian syndrome
- endometriosis
- fibroid of uterus
- dysmenorrhea
- cystitis( painful urination)
- frequent urination
- ovarian failure
- hormonal imbalance
- recurrent urinary tract infections
- perimenopausal and postmenopausal discomfort
- low sex drive and other sexual problems
- diabetes
- hypertension
- high cholesterol
- coronary  artery disease
- congestive heart failure
- metabolic syndrome (syndrome x)
- lupus
- rheumatoid arthritis
- multiple sclerosis
- general weakness
- natural detoxification
- autoimmune diseases and other immune issues
- Hashimoto’s and other thyroid problems
- thyroid fatigue
- adrenal fatigue
- pituitary fatigue
- general weakness
- post Lyme disease sickness (chronic Lyme)
- recurrent infections
- post vaccination sickness
- chronic wound infection
- chronic cellulitis
- chronic toxins and chronic infections
- chronic candida (yeast infection)
- addictions to, drugs, alcohol and other addictions
- smoke cessation
- cancer support
…and other conditions where convention treatment has failed
Dr. Tahir MD Internal Medicine- Family Medicine( Natural, Holistic and Integrative Approach)
www.drtahirmd.com
888-963-6033
315-214-8100
585-336-4060
607-765-8129
"Western Physician Knows Eastern Medicine"

If your memory is poor, you cannot recall, you have a mental fog, slow in thinking, slow in  responding , low IQ etc. It is not your fault. May be your thyroid is faulty which can be a easy fix.

Dr. Tahir MD Holistic Thyroid MD
www.drtahirmd.com
 - 3450 Winton Place, Rochester ,New York 14623
 - 1732 West Genesee Street , Syracuse ,NY 13204
 (888) 963- 6033
 (585) 334- 4060
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 (607) 765- 8129
 ( We know thyroid A to Z)

Rising deaths, Holistic Medicine can help.
Now, finally, State and Federal Health Officials among other major health agencies have recognized increasing deaths among patients who use narcotics for pain control. This is not a joke. It is a serious issue and requires immediate action. I continually see pharmaceutical companies pushing their marketing by way of advertising, in major medical journals, at major medical conferences and on television, etc., influencing and encouraging physicians and patients to rely on narcotics as an acceptable form of pain control. When I open my medical journals the first thing that I usually notice is an advertisement for narcotics. When I go to medical conferences, I see bill boards and stands with slues of advertising paraphernalia specifically geared toward using narcotics for pain control. This does nothing but to brain wash and make a physician automatically associate pain with narcotics. What a sad thing?
 The thing that we need to realize is that when a patient is using narcotics and addictive drugs, the drug takes control of the patient and s/he loses control of his/her own body and mind. The craving s/he gets can make keep them from rationalizing things properly. They may think and act irrationally or illegally and are at a greater risk to do bodily harm to themselves or others. I refer to the recent death of Michael Jackson and the mourning of millions of his fans; this should have been a wakeup call, of sorts, and more importantly a lesson to us all, a starting point, if you will, to find an alternative way to replace narcotics and addictive drugs.
 This alone should alert us to the serious effects that narcotics present, and it demands immediate action! I strongly believe with Natural, Holistic, Integrative and Alternative Care 90% of narcotics and addictive’s can be eliminated.

Dr. Tahir MD. Internal Medicine - Family Medicine ( Natural, Holistic and Natural Approach
www.drtahirmd.om
 - 3450 Winton Place, Rochester ,New York 14623.
 - 1732 West Genesee Street , Syracuse ,NY 13204
 (888) 963- 6033
 (585) 334- 4060
 (315) 214- 8100
 (607) 765- 8129

 YOUR TSH IS NORMAL. IS YOUR THYROID NORMAL?  (AS YOUR DOCTOR MAY ASSUME!!!!)

You've seen one doctor after another, each treating some aspect of your suffering but none of them getting to the root of your many and varied symptoms. Finally you've figured it out: it’s the thyroid! So you get yourself to a well-respected doctor who understands these things. You’re tested for TSH, but lo and behold, it comes back “normal.”

 

What is going on, really?

 

While the TSH may be normal, your thyroid antibodies may be abnormal. But perhaps you weren’t tested for this. If your thyroid disorder is given proper treatment at this stage, that treatment may reverse and prevent damage to the thyroid.

 

Thyroid dysfunctions may present many ways, and that is what can be so confusing, to patients and to their doctors.

 

Thyroid problems have been linked to more then 59 diseases like cancer, diabetes, obesity, ADHD, skin, nail and hair conditions, high cholesterol, high or low blood pressure, angina, heart attacks, strokes, allergies, carpal tunnel, fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue, arthritis and many others conditions.

 

According to Dr. David Brownstien MD, 52 million Americans are suffering from thyroid dysfunction and most of them do not even know it. He states that sixty to eighty percent of Americans may have unrecognized thyroid problems. Like oxygen, every cell in the body needs thyroid hormone. Thyroid dysfunction will affect every cell, every organ of the body. A thyroid imbalance can cause an imbalance in other hormones as well.

 

Interestingly, the usual thyroid lab tests may be negative and may therefore be misleading. The test most commonly ordered is for TSH and it may be normal. As a result, patients are told they do not have thyroid disease. However, the doctor who takes a thorough history, performs a thorough examination and obtains fasting temperatures has the opportunity to discover when patients are still showing evidence of hypothyroidism and/or high Free T3 despite “normal” TSH levels. According to Dr. Brownstien, ever since doctors started relying on TSH alone as an indicator of thyroid disease, many cases of hypothyroidism have been missed. Consequently, not only are cancer, diabetes, heart disease and obesity on the rise but also new mysterious diseases like chronic fatigue syndrome and fibromyalgia.

 

It is important to recognize all the signs and symptoms of hypothyroidism. Some of the symptoms patients may experience are:

 

•macroglossia (big tongue)

•pale skin

•loss of smell or taste

•slow speech

•thinning hair and/or eyebrows

•sensitivity to cold

•muscle weakness

•tenderness

•stiffness

•yellow skin

•headaches

•poor memory

•mental fog

•depression

•mental slowness

•acne

•atherosclerosis

•high cholesterol

•arthritis

•constipation

•eczema

•psoriasis

•cold extremities

•voice changes

•fatigue especially in the morning

•infertility

•Menstrual problems

•paresthesia (numbness)

•carpel tunnel

•ovarian cysts

•anemia

•preorbital edema ( swelling around the eyes)

•proptosis (bulging eyes)

•dry skin

•bugging eyes

•puffy face

•goiter (swelling in front of your neck)

•hypotension or hypertension

•slow reflexes

What can you do?

 

If you suspect you may have a thyroid issue, take your fasting temperature daily, first thing in the morning. If your temperature is below 98.2 F, hypothyroidism should be considered and further evaluation is needed. You should also check your pulse and blood pressure. High or low pulse and blood pressure is anther indication of thyroid disease.

 

Feel free to contact Dr Tahir if you would like to start to feel well again.

 

Dr. Tahir MD Holistic Thyroid MD

www.drtahirmd.om

- 3450 Winton Place, Rochester ,New York 14623.

- 1732 West Genesee Street , Syracuse ,NY 13204

(888) 963- 6033

(585) 334- 4060

(315) 214- 8100

(607) 765- 8129

http://www.drtahirmd.com/

( We know thyroid A to Z)