thyroid - Acid Reflux / GERD Message Board

memon59 · 10-28-2007, 05:45 PM

If you have nodules on your thyroid will it make your throat hurt.

Nyxie63 · 10-28-2007, 07:15 PM

Sometimes. It really depends on how big they are and where they are in the thyroid. I have a huge nodule, but don't get any of the throat problems from it. My throat issues come from reflux. Btw, acid reflux is often caused by being hypothyroid.

cappy7 · 10-29-2007, 12:33 PM

Hi Nyxie,

I am very interested in your comment about acid reflux and being hypothyroid. I believe I am hypo because of many of the symptoms I've had and I have acid reflux. Would you be able to explain your statement in more detail. This would make total sense for me. Plus, I just started taking an iodine supplement for being possible hypo. I've also read the iodine is beneficial to acid reflux. I'm trying to tie the two together.

Thanks

-Dave

Nyxie63 · 10-29-2007, 01:47 PM

Hi Dave!
The thyroid is the master gland for your body's metabolism. Low thyroid function means lower metabolism, including the digestive system and production of stomach acid. Low stomach acid is one of the causes of reflux. The stomach has to churn more in order to get the same amount of work done. This is also why a lot of hypoT folks are chronically constipated - the digestive system slows down.

I also take iodine supplements. I've been on 8 drops of 5% Lugol's solution (the liquid equivalent of Iodoral) for a couple of months now. While I noticed some improvement with reflux since taking it, the biggest improvement has been from removing all gluten and dairy from my diet. While other people have also noticed improvement with their reflux while taking iodine, its usually not the primary reason they take it.

I've read (I think) that you're taking Iodoral? How much are you up to a day? Have you been tested for hypoT? What kind of symptoms are you having? Just so you know, if you have thyroid antibodies, iodine may not be the best choice for you as some folks with Hashi's get a bad reaction from it. Also, did you know there's a complete protocol to follow when taking iodine supplements?

Hrrrm. I think I just asked more questions than I answered. Anyway, if you want more information, feel free to ask.

cappy7 · 10-29-2007, 02:17 PM

That all makes sense to me. Thanks! Yes, I am taking Iodoral. I just started taking it last Friday. I am only taking one a day for a week to see how I react. That equates to 12.5mg, which I think is equivalent to 2 drops of Lugol's. I plan on working up to 4 tablets a day and staying at that does for a few months. I have not been tested for HyptoT. I am going based on the symptoms I've experienced for the last few years. These include, chronic low body temperature, dry skin, excess mucous production, always feeling the need to clear my throat, hoarse voice at times, IBS (constipation), GERD, fatigue, etc. I was also diagnosed with Lyme disease last year and this contributes to the thyroid becoming compromised. One of the leading Lyme specialists in the world suggests that Iodine is the most critical element for people suffering from Lyme disease. In general, Iodine is something we all need in for our body's to function properly. It is estimated that 80% of the population is iodine deficient.

If you have anything to add, please do!

Thanks

-Dave