I have an excellent endocrinologist, however, I'm wondering if my life will ever be the same, get back to who I was before my thyroid was removed. Benign - thyroid enlarged and got hard as a rock so no choice in having it removed. Nearly 2 years now, little energy, gained 35 pounds, aches and pains and feeling down a lot. I do have a stressful job which doesn't help. I am nearly 62. Any advice would be appreciated.