Comments on: Thyroid Disease & Raynaud’s Phenomenon

By: Corie Ann

Corie Ann — Thu, 18 Feb 2021 15:55:48 +0000

So glad I found this article!!!
I have hypothyroidism from having half my thyroid removed 10plus years ago and have always had difficulty during the colder months. I recently started having mild Reynaulds symptoms mostly in my 3 middle toes, both feet. And random fingers tips. Doesn’t last long thankfully.

By: Brittany

Brittany — Sat, 14 Nov 2015 17:52:59 +0000

Thank you Shannon for your research. Before I was first diagnosed, I LOVED the fall season. Now those slightly lower temps send my body crying for warmth, despite knowing that it truly does feel good outside. I despise the winter season. When my body is cold, I cannot focus and be productive. And like you said, a jacket or electric blanket may not do the trick. I miss having a body that can adjust with the change of temperatures. Thank you for the tips.

Brittany
Mississippi, USA

By: Sonia

Sonia — Wed, 11 Nov 2015 21:12:08 +0000

Hi Shannon, many thanks for such an informative and clear article about secondary autoimmune conditions like Raynaud’s. Thank you for the tips oh how to manage symptoms. I was diagnosed with Hashimoto’s last Nov 2014 and with Raynaud’s symptoms early in 2015. I am not taking thyroxine. It pays to say that I do not have the extreme Raynaud’s but it is uncomfotable enough to always be anxious about getting cold. The journey is not easy but is comforting to know that we are not alone and there are strategies that help in the clinical management. Thank you again. Kind regards,
Sonia
Canberra-Australia