Depending on treatment choice and outcome, it can take months or years following treatment for the body and mind to return mostly to normal.
Several studies indicate that many patients have ongoing problems, even after successful treatment.
This disease can have negative effects on relationships and careers, especially since Graves' is so little understood by others, and because the patient's behavior is so easily viewed in terms of character defects or psychological disorders, sometimes even by doctors who should know that symptoms of this type are caused by the disease. The best way I know to accomplish these tasks is to provide a forum for us to share our stories with each other. Please consider telling yours. The information in this web site is for educational purposes only and is not providing medical or professional advice. It should not be used for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease.