Soooo They say i have graves disease?

i went to the hospital and they diagnosed me finnally they say i have graves disease which caused me to have hyprethyroidism they have to kill my thyroid do i have any other options please tell me. im scared

well the first three times i went to the hospital it was crazy they said i had an ulcer and then they said i had acid reflux but i told them look at my neck it swollen right here they said its normal then i went back and i have graves disease hmmmmm ive lost so much weight (173 down to 130 in 2 months) ive had severe chest pains my heart racing and im tired and not tired cant sleep when im tired i have the shakes im just so scared my heart is goping to beat so fast it explodes. just know im not coming on here for people to be mean and rude i have 5 kids im 28 and im not going to let nothing kill me delivered my kids naturally no drugs no nothing i can make i just want alteernatives to surgery and radiation first before i decide to let them do that.

Hi Malika

Dont let anyone take a body part until you are ready (if ever). Here are some ideas on how to heal the issue.

Cause
Abnormal immune response is believed be a possible cause of hypothyroidism. The exact cause is not known, but certain antibodies from the immune system will launch an assault on the thyroid, disturbing hormone production. Lumps or tumors that form on the thyroid also disrupt hormone production. Temporary hyperthyroidism can be caused by infection or inflammation, and certain prescription drugs.

Hyperthyroidism is less common than Hypothyroidism, yet for both diseases, women appear to be more susceptible than men. Be aware that a malfunctioning thyroid may be the cause of recurring illnesses.


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Natural Cures

Diet: Eat an organic, whole foods diet, emphasizing foods that naturally suppress excess thyroid hormone production. Such foods include broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, kale, mustard greens, rutabagas, spinach, turnips, soybeans, peaches, and pears. Eliminate dairy products, over consumption of wheat products, coffee, tea, and caffeinated soft drinks.

Hydrotherapy: Hydrotherapy is the application of water, ice, steam and hot and cold temperatures to maintain and restore health. Treatments include full body immersion, steam baths, saunas, sitz baths, colonic irrigation and the application of hot and/or cold compresses. Hydrotherapy is effective for treating a wide range of conditions and can easily be used in the home as part of a self-care program. Many Naturopathic Physicians, Physical Therapists and Day Spas use Hydrotherapy as part of treatment.
*Purified water is essential for any hydrotherapy treatment. Remedies for Treating Chlorinated Bath Water offers clear instructions and recommendations.

Homeopathy: The homeopathic remedy Thyroidium is very helpful in assisting in proper thyroid regulation.

Juice Therapy: Drink carrot, celery, spinach, and parsley juice; or juice made from a combination of cabbage, watercress, and spinach.

Nutritional Supplementation: The following nutrients can help regulate thyroid function: vitamin A, vitamin B complex, vitamin B1 (thiamine), vitamin C, calcium, magnesium, choline, trace minerals, iodine, kelp, and thyroid glandulars.

Alternative Professional Care
If your symptoms persist despite the above measures, seek the help of a qualified health professional. The following professional care therapies have all been shown to be useful for treating hyperthyroidism: Acupuncture, Biofeedback Training, Homeopathy, Magnetic Field Therapy, Naturopathic Medicine, Qigong, and Traditional Chinese Medicine

Best of health to you

Talk to another doctor and get a second opinion.
If this is truly the case, having your thyroid removed or destroyed is not bad.
By hypothyroidism is bad - can cause many harmful effects in your body.
So talk to the professionals and get good advice and follow that advice.
Good luck

there are a few medications that they usually put you on. But if you have to have the surgery its ok I have had it. It only takes a day and they knock you out you just wake up with a sore thoart and the only bad thing is a scar ( a thin line across your neck). But, after I had mine done my body went back to being normal agian.