LISTEN AGAIN: The Thyroid Disorder Jigsaw Puzzle: Management and Self-Advocacy | Rachel Hill

Nearly 60% of people with a thyroid disorder go undiagnosed for years. Thyroid disease can be a complex jigsaw puzzle, but fortunately, today there is more support than ever.In this episode of Fempower Health, world-known thyroid patient advocate Rachel Hill shares her journey of overcoming thyroid disease. She explains several symptoms of thyroid disorder in females, common treatments, and what the “thyroid jigsaw puzzle” means. She also discusses examples of self-advocacy, navigating the emotional aspects of hypothyroidism, and lifestyle tips to effectively manage symptoms of thyroid disorder. Enjoy this insightful episode and learn more from Rachel Hill’s books: You, Me, & Hypothyroidism as well as Be Your Own Thyroid Advocate.Discussed in this episode:Rachel Hill’s story about how and why she became an author and thyroid disease advocateExamples of how you can fit the pieces of your “thyroid jigsaw puzzle” togetherImportant details about thyroid labs and how to advocate for the right onesResources for interpreting thyroid labs properlyThe “spoon theory” and how it can help transform how you speak with others about your thyroid conditionUnderstanding your thyroid, emotions, and the common feeling of isolationRealistic tips to help you live your life to the fullest “For a while, I was just barely surviving; not thriving. I realized there must be answers out there somewhere. There are hundreds of thousands of people in the world with thyroid conditions— there must be people I can talk to and learn from.” - Rachel HillRelated to this episode:Rachel’s Website, Newsletters, Facebook Page & InstagramRachel’s Books: You, Me and Hypothyroidism: When Someone You Love Has Hypothyroidism & Be Your Own Thyroid Advocate: When You’re Sick and Tired of Being Sick and TiredSpotify Playlist: Thyroid DiseaseEpisode: Could your Unresolved Symptoms be a Thyroid Condition?Episode: Thyroid Disease: You’re Not AloneRead more: Thyroid Self-Advocacy TipsIf you want to support this women’s health podcast, leave a review for Fempower Health on iTunes or Spotify.Spread the awareness and share this episode with someone you know!Support and connect with our women’s health community:Subscribe to the Fempower Health Podcast for new episodes every TuesdayVisit us online at www.fempower-health.com Sign up for our weekly newsletter for the latest announcements, news, and researchFollow us on Instagram, Facebook, and TwitterJoin Fempower Health on PatreonEmail us for inquiries & outreach: [email protected]  **The information shared by Fempower Health is not medical advice but for informational purposes to enable you to have more effective conversations with your doctor. Always talk to your doctor before making health-related decisions. Additionally, the views expressed by the Fempower Health podcast guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent.****Contains affiliate links and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links**