Hi Beth, 

I've been there so I'm really glad you found my blog! My heart goes out to you - those emotional days are hard to get through but I'm glad you are starting to find your path. My hope is that other women's path won't be as convoluted and twisted as mine was. 

I think you'd find it really helpful to find a doctor or naturopath who can work with you and monitor your progesterone.  A couple things to consider if getting your saliva hormones tested and ordering the tests online - make sure it's a reputable lab - one that's accredited. In my experience my ND & MD probably bases my treatment as much or more on detailed discussion of my symptoms and uses saliva and blood testing occasionally.  Definitely go get your neck checked hun - I had a similar problem when I was having severe PMS symptoms but the doctor found nothing out of the ordinary with my tests.  Back then I never asked which tests were done or what the actual levels were.  Thinking back I really wonder if it was my thyroid.

I agree with you! More doctors should check the status of our hormones!  To be honest I don't think the average family physician has the expertise. 

Keep me posted about your blog for sure!  In fact send me an email and yes, please mention my blog!

Hugs to you...

PS:  Fibromyalgia I'm not sure if you've read anything similar about Fibromyalgia and thyroid but check out this site for a really well done article:   http://www.thyroiduk.org.uk/tuk/related_conditions/fibromylagia.html 

PPS:  Also check out my Magnesium posts you may find interesting information.