Thyroid problems in families

[IBrakeforPastry]

My friend's 20-ish-year-old son has thyroid problems, and so does she. I admit I was surprised when she mentioned it (it seems to be a middle-aged woman thing). I was diagnosed last year as hypothyroid and the more I learn, the more I think everyone should get tested.

I don't know what your son's future plans are, but being treated for depression can interfere with some career dreams. I wouldn't be able to keep my medical certificate if I were being treated (pharmaceutically) for depression. I'm not saying don't get treated if it's needed, just that if something else may be involved, it's worth looking into. Good luck!

[thekarens]

Trust me, I know all about that. My brother is a Col. in the Army and has suffered with depression for years, but refuses to get treatment because it would hurt his career. My son went through 2 or 3 years (it's hard to keep count) of therapy before I finally decided to let the therapist recommend a psychiatrist and start drug treatment along with therapy. I'm now thinking though that it's worth at least checking out his thyroid. BTW I'm 43 (or at least I will be in a couple weeks) and he's 18.

PS..........I appreciate the thoughts and recommendations.