Linda
Hi, I can tell you that I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism approx. 5 yrs. ago and lead a normal life today. It is almost the exact opposite of what it sounds like you have. Hyperthyroidism. I had a friend who waited too long to get diagnosed and I wish she wouldn't have. It affected her eyes to the point that they looked bulging. The best thing you can do is go to your regular doctor and ask him to do a blood test for thyroid disorders and tell him why. If he discourages you..FIND A DIFFERENT DOCTOR! This is such a very simple blood test and can be drawn at your dr's office and he can go over the results with you in a few days. I hope you just have a naturally fast metabolism!! Good Luck....there are several good books at the book store about thyroid disorders. I have one and it helped me understand both hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism well.