Yeah, as I put on a weight when they put me on the "slow down the thyroid" drugs and the doctor chastised me, I'd turn around and threaten to stop the meds to drop the weight. It was a game--a stress reliever. But, I'll take that 10lbs over the "coffee nerves".

But, really, you want to have it checked out. Trust me, you don't want it to go untreated and get worse. Besides the heart issues, you could end up with Marty Feldmen eyes. Seriously, that bug-eyed look is another result of untreated Graves.

But, if it is Graves, you'll seem to be more tired initially (that hyper-engine has been shut off), but long-term, when your body stops wasting energy you'll actually feel a lot better and have more energy. The ability to exercise will increase and *then* you can drop those pounds.

Again, good luck--get informed and advocate for yourself!