Test results - is this finally enough?

[cupcakegirl]

For 10 years now I’ve had symptoms of hypothyroidism. No diagnosis - just the same old stuff, normal TSH blah blah blah. Had my first private test done in September which showed normal TSH level (2.02), but strangely low levels of other things. Had a long conversation with one of the GPs several times - he consulted with an endocrinologist (at the time I thought I might have central hypothyroidism due to some meds I’d been on previously). They both said no treatment until levels fall out of range.

I repeated the test a few months ago and everything seemed better than it was previously which confused me as I felt worse.

Another GP recently ordered a vit D test due to joint pain. I was having a tough time organising the test so I decided to get a medichecks test done and the results have surprised me - TSH is now up to 5.95

Given my extensive history of symptoms, is this enough to trial treatment? Obviously I need to start some vitamin supplements too.

If anyone could have a look at the results attached (most recent on the right) and give me any thoughts I’d really appreciate it.

[cupcakegirl]

Also, I’m super confused by the antibodies - some sources say that having ANY antibodies present indicates that there is a problem, but if that’s the case then why is there a “normal range”?

Would so appreciate any advice. Can’t get in to see the GP I’ve seen previously for two weeks.

[greygoose]

Whether your TSH is now high enough for treatment, entirely depends on your GPs vision of the situation. Some will treat at that level, some won't.

As for the antibodies, I think what we have to say is that you can never prove you don't have Hashi's, because some Hashi's people never develop over-range antibodies. However, if your antibodies are over-range, that's proof positive that you do have it! I would say assume that you do and take the appropriate measures - i.e. 100% gluten-free diet for a trial period to see if it helps; and taking selenium. Not much else you can do even if you know you've got it.

[cupcakegirl in reply to greygoose]

Thank you - it’s so incredibly frustrating that in other countries this would be considered more than enough for a hypothyroid diagnosis, but now I’m at the mercy of finding a sympathetic GP. Even if I ask for a referral to an endocrinologist, there’s no guarantee that they’ll be knowledgeable enough with thyroid issues or willing to trial treatment.

[greygoose in reply to cupcakegirl]

Yes, it's a scandalous situation.