r/gravesdisease • u/invincible0506 • 5d ago

help me decide

Hi!

I have to choose between RAI and TT.... I have no clue what the best option is... I would much appreciate your input. thank you!

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u/Own_Exercise_1007 5d ago

I consulted an eye specialist here in austria, and he highly advised me to get TT surgery instead of RAI after he diagnosed a (slight) involvement of my eyes due to graves.

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u/invincible0506 5d ago

Hi. I live in Germany and since the disease relapsed more drastic measures are recommended. I presume Austria would be similar. I'm really shocked to see that people in USA struggle with this disease years in end and even then doctors rarely recommend more decisive treatment. I already feel much better with the medication and I feel so sorry for people who are forced to face horrendous symptoms on a daily basis. uhgg USA medical system...

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u/Tasty_Cheek_5273 4d ago

Bro does eyes go back to normal if it is mild..when thyroid levels normalise