My son had a blood test recently and the the test came back with a TSH of 3.2, low vitamin D (43) and high B12 (800) the GP didn’t check the Ft3 or Ft4 or the the antibody.
I have been suffering from hypothyroidism for years and a was struggling when my TSH was at 3.00.
Should I encourage my son to do more tests he is in his 20s not sure I want him to embark on a journey of levo at this age. Or should I not worry about it? Thank you for your insight
Just at this stage with my daughter, she is mid 20's and after finding out my DIO2 result I paid for us both to have a DNA thyroid test and though she isn't as wonky as me their is a weakness that might leave her likely to be affected in the future. Yesterday we sent off a sample to MMH so that we know where she is at, presently she doesn't have any hypo symptoms but we all know they can sneak up on you...
Since her mid range result last year I've had her on a regime of B vits, heme iron and Vit D as she was low in iron and B12, possibly more prevalent in menstruating girls? But worth asking your son's GP to run a full iron panel..
GP result showed similar TSH level to your son's though my daughter is on birth control which could also play a part?
I'm certainly of the opinion that knowing your 'normal' is going to come in handy in the future as they might just run at this level? But certainly support the low vitamins etc to allow for the best possible thyroid function has got to be a good idea 🤗
I've nagged all of my nephews and nieces to get a blood test.
Should get her results today... I wonder if the new regime will have helped?
Thanks a lot a for sharing. I will make sure to up is vitamins and minerals level. It could be in the family indeed as my dad is hypo as well. Fingers crossed I will manage to help to stay out of being hypo. I hope your daughter is improving.
Yes I wish I had a ‘well’ result from years ago. It could give me insight into where my ratio was when it was better placed.
Does your son have any symptoms of hypothyroidism? If he does then probably worth getting his antibodies tested, as if they were positive would be something further to go on.
What time of day was this test? For highest TSH blood draw should be at or as close as possible to 9am.
A normal healthy thyroid would be a TSH of no more than 2 so this result is suspicious.
TSH can be raised in other circumstances such as a virus so perhaps leave a few months and retest.
It would be good to test all of his key vitamins when you get the antibodies tested - ferritin, folate, B12 & d3.
He could start supplementing D3. Vitamin D should be around 100 - 150. Buy one that includes vit K2 to help it go to the bones. Some are available in oil or you can take it with an oily meal for better absorption. Use this calculator to work out how much to take to get your level to 100-150. wildatlantichealth.com/vita...
Thank you for your reply that’s helpful. He had covid a few weeks back and his test was done at 11am in the morning so that could explain. I will encourage him to do another test in a few months.
Do include antibodies next time around. Recent Covid could explain a slightly higher than average TSH.
Thank you 🤗
Work on improving his low vitamin D for now
Then get full thyroid and vitamin testing in 2-3 months
GP should prescribe 1600iu everyday for 6 months but easier to self supplement
NHS Guidelines on dose vitamin D required
ouh.nhs.uk/osteoporosis/use...
GP will often only prescribe to bring vitamin D levels to 50nmol.
Some areas will prescribe to bring levels to 75nmol or even 80nmol
leedsformulary.nhs.uk/docs/...
GP should advise on self supplementing if over 50nmol, but under 75nmol (but they rarely do)
mm.wirral.nhs.uk/document_u...
But improving to around 80nmol or 100nmol by self supplementing may be better
pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/218...
vitamindsociety.org/pdf/Vit...
Once you Improve level, very likely you will need on going maintenance dose to keep it there.
Test twice yearly via NHS private testing service when supplementing
Vitamin D mouth spray by Better You is very effective as it avoids poor gut function.
There’s a version made that also contains vitamin K2 Mk7.
One spray = 1000iu
amazon.co.uk/BetterYou-Dlux...
Another member recommended this one recently
Vitamin D with k2
amazon.co.uk/Strength-Subli...
It’s trial and error what dose we need, with thyroid issues we frequently need higher dose than average
Vitamin D and thyroid disease
grassrootshealth.net/blog/t...
Vitamin D may prevent Autoimmune disease
newscientist.com/article/23...
Web links about taking important cofactors - magnesium and Vit K2-MK7
Magnesium best taken in the afternoon or evening, but must be four hours away from levothyroxine
betterbones.com/bone-nutrit...
medicalnewstoday.com/articl...
livescience.com/61866-magne...
sciencedaily.com/releases/2...
Vitamin K2 mk7
betterbones.com/bone-nutrit...
healthline.com/nutrition/vi...
Thanks a lot for your great insight and helpful links.
Did he have the test because he had symptoms?
yes I would...nhs doesn't do all test together I use medichecks I am now on the right dose
Its a no brainer surely! The condition is hereditary so hes got it from you. I would get referred to hospital for more tests or go private. GPs dont know the full picture. Dont ignore anything where his health is concerned.
in my humble opinion, his TSH is a problem if he is not well. Whilst his result is in range, I am not good myself anywhere over 1, however, I doubt he will get levothyroxine if he is in range.
Hi Rachel. Why did your son have a blood test? TSH 3.2 is in the normal range although a bit higher. As long as your son has no clear symptoms of hypothyroidism, I wouldn't bother him with more tests. If you are worried because you have hypothyroidism, you can ask for a blood test in six months to a year.
When your son has clear signs of hypothyroidism (which also can be caused by many other diseases) like tiredness, weight gain, obstipation and so on, you can ask your GP for thyroid blood tests, but the cause can also be another disease or lack of vitamins.
Patient support organisations like the ThyroidTrust can support you with evidence based information.
I think you should get another appointment at your surgery and if he cannot explain then asked to be referred. Your son of course should do this.
I totally agree with PeterL. If your son has no obvious symptoms then I would request another blood test in 6 months if you're worried - and if you can.
Doctors tend not to test T3 as when I've asked them they say it's not that reliable a test! TSH is within normal range but the Vitamin D level is alarmingly low and your son should receive treatment for that.
Thank you for your insight. I agree his vitamin D is very low he started working on that.
Sorry for the late reply, but I have been so ill over the last two years on levothyroxine. I am now on liothyronine only and am starting to show improving health. Long time down, long time to get back up.I hope others will help you with your questions, they always do.
If you want to know anything else, I will be pleased to help, if I can.
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