So, I went to the other doctor this morning and we're looking into some vitamin/thyroid deficiencies to see what's going on. To be honest, I've been struggling with depression since August and am just now addressing it. I'm hoping to have blood work done tomorrow and then start consistently taking fish oil and then add whatever the blood work shows I need.
The physical things he noted today that lead him to believe I have thyroid issues are thinning hair (he noticed...it's been at least two years since I've seen him), cold hands, and water retention (wedding ring leaves a dent around my ring finger).
I really appreciate his willingness to do these "natural" things first without forcing me in to some anti-depressant medicine. Especially since I'm not "sad" currently, just lack the energy and focus to get things done.
I REALLY like this doctor. I see him in three weeks, but we could talk on the phone before then if he's able to get my blood work back. Yeah!!!
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