High Reverse T3, think I need T3 only?

[Notmagnolia]

Hi, I have had my recent test results back and they show high RT3 and low free T3'.

I was taking 4 grains of NDT split in 2 doses, but have since reduced down to 2 grains .

In order to reduce hypothyroid symptoms, I was wondering if I need to add in T3 even if temporarily ?

My thyroid labs were fine back last year, but I think having real flu in Nov 2017 has thrown my thyroid and caused the high RT3 issues.

I have a naturopath on the case, but am doing my own investigations too of course!

I've been looking to buy some T3 online, but would welcome any recommendations for trusted sources via private message.

Thanks in advance 😊

[greygoose]

Your FT3 is low, but so is your FT4, so it's not that causing the rT3. It's probably still the flu causing it. So, no need for you to go T3 only. But, you do need an increase in dose. Your hypothyroid symptoms are due to your FT3 being below range. Were these labs on four grains or 2? Did your reduce by 2 grains all in one go? As your rT3 was not caused by high FT4, it's doubtful that reducing it will reduce the rT3.

[Notmagnolia in reply to greygoose]

Thanks for your helpful reply!

I reduced down a day or so before labs as I was getting racing heart after taking my NDT dose , palpitations, 'high normal' blood pressure readings and thought i was reacting to the NDT . Reducing the dose stopped these symptoms .

Now I'm confused as what to do ..

[Notmagnolia in reply to Notmagnolia]

How do I get rid of the flu virus if it's still effecting me?

[greygoose in reply to Notmagnolia]

Yes, so am I. It wasn't helpful to reduce the dose just before having the tests, so now we don't really know what your levels were. Those symptoms could just be due to under-medication, although 4 grains is quite a high dose. But, how do you take your NDT? Do you take it on an empty stomach, at least an hour before eating or drinking, etc.?

There's nothing you can do to get rid of the flu virus. It just has to take its time.