Remember that you know yourself best

Thank you Dr. L. Marcela Serrano. You have changed my life for the better. Three states, 10+ years and so many doctors I have lost count later, you finally figured it out. I have been diagnosed with Central Hypothyroidism, and I am happy. I am happy that I finally have an answer to why I have felt so sick for the past 10+ years. I am happy that over the next few weeks I will begin to feel normal again.

What is so astonishing is that most pituitary tumors are noncancerous (benign). Up to 20% of people have pituitary tumors. However, many of these tumors do not cause symptoms and are never diagnosed during the person's lifetime. The pituitary gland is a pea-sized endocrine gland located at the base of the brain. The pituitary helps control the release of hormones from other endocrine glands, such as the thyroid and adrenal glands.

I knew that something was wrong with me, but the doctors could not figure it out. I spent thousands of dollars on different tests and nothing. I just accepted that this is how everyone else feels, but I knew deep down that something was wrong. Today I feel relief. Relief that I have an answer. Relief that I am going to start feeling better again soon. I also feel anger. I am angry that no one picked up on this sooner. To know that I had to undergo so many pointless tests over the years and not have any answers. Today is the beginning of a better life. I have a few more appointments and tests to undergo, but I know this is all treatable.

Tomorrow I start my journey of a better life. And yes, this is still my best year yet. I have met a wonderful man, have a challenging and rewarding career in the wine industry and I am living in a state that is full of adventure and beauty. Remember that you know yourself best. Don't give up when you know something isn't right.

Oh yeah...I am moving to Eugene!