Is my enlarged thyroid causing these issues? Treatment or diagnosis tips?

[Victoria3719]

I'm a 21 year old female college student, and since I hit puberty when I around 12 years old, I have had trouble losing weight... I'm about 6 foot 1, 250 lbs but I'm very active and I workout 5 days a week, resistance training for an hour and sometimes cardio. I play basketball once a week as well. I found out 5 years ago that I had an enlarged thyroid, which I blame for the massive weight gain and extreme hair loss. However, after going to the doctor numerous times, all my tests came out "normal". I know something's wrong... I still have hair loss, I can't lose any  weight, I'm always fatigued, and I get this weird burning, achy sensation in my throat every once and a while. Sometimes I have heavy periods, have random nausea, and my voice is deep. Nevertheless, I really need to lose weight; I have almost every genetic factor leading to CVD, diabetes, HBP, etc in my family history. Weight loss and energy is essential! Please help! What can I do? What could it be?

[Victoria3719]

I just got the Free T3 test taken after arguing with them on the phone. However, they didn't let me do the Vitamin D or B12 test because they said they didn't think it was necessary. I'm going to start taking that supplement you suggested this week and see if that help. I'll post my results as soon as I get them!

[Victoria3719]

Got it! Any other suggestions regarding tests, diet, supplements, or anything else that may help?

[gimel]

I sent you a PM with info.  To access, just click on your name and then from your personal page, click on messages.  

[Victoria3719]

My hometown is in Pompano Beach, Florida

[gimel]

We would be happy to help locate a good thyroid doctor if you will tell us your home area.  

[Victoria3719]

Amazing. Thank you for all the details! It definitely helps me understand thyroid testing and the changes over the years.

I will look in to supplementation with ferrous fumarate.... Any other supplements you suggest that may help? I know it's not good to depend on supplements, but honestly, until I get a hold of a good doctor, I might have try some things like that on my own.

I'll double check on the Vitamin D and B12 tests. If I haven't taken them, I'll try to get them done soon.

Thanks for all your help!