I had an increase of my Levo about 5 weeks ago. From 100 mcg to 125 mcg. I have added a snapshot of my results for last year & anything that jumps out to you , please let me know. I was diagnosed in October 2017. It is not until this year because of the crazy weight gain (55 lbs/24 kg's/ 3 st 10.91 lb) and a more acute awareness of other symptoms that I just ignored. I have started researching/following groups/getting my own tests done etc. Last month I was able to persuade my GP to up my Levo.
I have highlighted in " yellow " my concerns :
Its Vitamins/Inflammation that I think shouts out that it needs a look at. I have not tried the AIP as of yet.
My thoughts are that the Free T3 and T4 are OK now ? Strange that the TSH is higher than earlier in the year... however still seems to be lower than the range. Should I be concerned about this.
I have attached the results and the apparent Doctors Overview. Is below :
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I can see you are taking this test to review your hashimoto's thyroiditis for which you are taking euthyrox as you are still experiencing symptoms which includes difficulty losing weight, cold hands and poor memory.
Your thyroid stimulating hormone is low which suggests that your thyroid dose may be too high.
Your free thyroxine and T3 have increased and are both in upper half of the normal range.
I advise discussing this result with your doctor.
Having very low levels of thyroid stimulating hormone for several years has been associated with the development of osteoporosis. If your thyroid stimulating hormone always tends to be substantially below the normal range then it may be worth discussing with your GP whether a bone density scan is advised to monitor for the development of osteoporosis. You do not need to worry about the occasional low reading, only if you get repeated very low levels.
Your thyroglobulin antibodies and your thyroid peroxidase antibodies have decreased however they remain elevated. These antibodies are in keeping with your known diagnosis of Hashimoto’s disease.
Your CRP level has increased and is currently slightly high. This may indicate increased inflammation and/or infection within the body. If you are experiencing pain, fever or other symptoms that suggest infection or inflammation then I recommend that you discuss this further with your GP.
The type of CRP test that you have had is one which can also indicate future risk of cardiovascular disease. I recommend repeating this test in 6-8 weeks to see whether it remains above 3. If it does then I recommend that you take a more aggressive approach to managing other cardiovascular risk factors such as blood pressure, cholesterol, diet, smoking and exercise levels.
Your iron, folate, vitamin B12 and vitamin D levels are all healthy.
I'm afraid I cannot see any cause for your symptoms from this test. I recommend that you see your GP to discuss your symptoms further.
I hope this has been useful to you.
Best wishes.
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B vitamins best taken in the morning after breakfast
Igennus Super B complex are nice small tablets. Often only need one tablet per day, not two. Certainly only start with one tablet per day after breakfast. Retesting levels in 6-8 weeks
Or Thorne Basic B or jarrow B-right are other options that contain folate, but both are large capsules
If you are taking vitamin B complex, or any supplements containing biotin, remember to stop these 7 days before any blood tests, as biotin can falsely affect test results
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Vitamin B
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Do you always get same brand of Levothyroxine at each prescription?
Many people find Levothyroxine brands are not interchangeable.
Once you find a brand that suits you, best to make sure to only get that one at each prescription. Watch out for brand change when dose is increased or at repeat prescription.
Many patients do NOT get on well with Teva brand of Levothyroxine. Though it is the only one for lactose intolerant patients. Teva is the only brand that makes 75mcg tablet.
No other medication at same as Levothyroxine, leave at least 2 hour gap. Some like calcium, magnesium, HRT, omeprazole or vitamin D should be four hours away
(Time gap doesn't apply to Vitamin D mouth spray)
Levothyroxine should always be taken on empty stomach and then nothing apart from water for at least an hour after
Many people take Levothyroxine soon after waking, but it may be more convenient and more effective taken at bedtime
TSH is a pituitary hormone, it's largely irrelevant once on Levothyroxine
Most important results are FT3 and FT4. These need to typically be at least 70% through range for many people....sometimes higher (but within range)
Getting vitamins optimal is first step
Then retest thyroid making sure to get blood test as early as possible in morning and before eating or drinking anything other than water and last dose Levothyroxine 24 hours prior to blood test
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