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Can anyone explain how TSH can go from undectable to 7.14 in two weeks?
I finally got an endocrinologist to see me, and she was adamant that I quit taking T3. The lab test at that visit had TSH <.02 (undetectable). I put my trust in her and stopped the T3 and continued 50 mcg levo/ day. After 2 weeks I went in for another test for TSH and T4. T4 was 0.4 and TSH was 7.14
I finally got an endocrinologist to see me, and she was adamant that I quit taking T3. The lab test at that visit had TSH <.02 (undetectable). I put my trust in her and stopped the T3 and continued 50 mcg levo/ day. After 2 weeks I went in for another test for TSH and T4. T4 was 0.4 and TSH was 7.14
Cricket-mas
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Thyroid UK
5 months ago
Increase liothyronine or levothyroxine?
My results on 75 t4 and 5 t3 Tsh 0.4 (0.4-0.5) ft3 3.8 (3.5-6.5) ft4 15 (12-22) Do you think I shall increase my dose of liothyronine or levothyroxine?
My results on 75 t4 and 5 t3 Tsh 0.4 (0.4-0.5) ft3 3.8 (3.5-6.5) ft4 15 (12-22) Do you think I shall increase my dose of liothyronine or levothyroxine?
klaea
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Thyroid UK
5 months ago
Updated Bloodwork! Graves, TED, Thyroidectomy?
Hi everyone! This is a continuation of my last post and questions. I got bloodwork back this morning. I am currently on 20 mg of Methimazole daily (up from 15 in the middle of December). TSH <0.01 (still! Has been this low for over a year) T4 Free 1.4 (0.8 - 1.8) T3 Free 3.9 (2.3 - 4.2) I am in
Hi everyone! This is a continuation of my last post and questions. I got bloodwork back this morning. I am currently on 20 mg of Methimazole daily (up from 15 in the middle of December). TSH <0.01 (still! Has been this low for over a year) T4 Free 1.4 (0.8 - 1.8) T3 Free 3.9 (2.3 - 4.2) I am in
TeahM602
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Thyroid UK
5 months ago
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So cross
I have just received a text from the docter saying my Endocroniologist has cacelled my appt as my levels were in range 29th Dec on an A and E blood test. I am so mad, i told them not to test me for TSH at the time as i had eaten and it was mid day. They are now ignosing my private blood test as this
I have just received a text from the docter saying my Endocroniologist has cacelled my appt as my levels were in range 29th Dec on an A and E blood test. I am so mad, i told them not to test me for TSH at the time as i had eaten and it was mid day. They are now ignosing my private blood test as this
JCMartin
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Thyroid UK
5 months ago
New results - TSH up despite levo
Hi, I have been taking 25mcgs levothyroxine for 6 and a half weeks now and my previous results from 24th November 2023 were: TSH 4.18 (0.27-4.2) T4 12.7 (12-22) My latest results are TSH 4.36 (0.27-4.2) T4 14.1 (12-22) So my TSH has gone up - which seems strange. I did try taking 50mcgs for a few
Hi, I have been taking 25mcgs levothyroxine for 6 and a half weeks now and my previous results from 24th November 2023 were: TSH 4.18 (0.27-4.2) T4 12.7 (12-22) My latest results are TSH 4.36 (0.27-4.2) T4 14.1 (12-22) So my TSH has gone up - which seems strange. I did try taking 50mcgs for a few
jenny876
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Thyroid UK
5 months ago
Private blood test
I've been on levo 75mg for about 5yrs. Dr wouldn't increase because TSH was low and diabetes endo wouldn't look at my thyroid issues. After a private blood test last year I mentioned t3 to him as mine is low. He said we don't trust private bloods. Can't give t3 but you can see a private endo who will
I've been on levo 75mg for about 5yrs. Dr wouldn't increase because TSH was low and diabetes endo wouldn't look at my thyroid issues. After a private blood test last year I mentioned t3 to him as mine is low. He said we don't trust private bloods. Can't give t3 but you can see a private endo who will
111Angel
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Thyroid UK
5 months ago
UK guidelines for management of thyroid nodules?
As the title says, are there any official UK guidelines for management of thyroid nodules? I've googled but can't really find anything... I have a 3cm x 3cm colloid thyroid nodule and a few smaller colloid and spongiform nodules – seen on ultrasound after I noticed a visible lump in my neck. The consultant
As the title says, are there any official UK guidelines for management of thyroid nodules? I've googled but can't really find anything... I have a 3cm x 3cm colloid thyroid nodule and a few smaller colloid and spongiform nodules – seen on ultrasound after I noticed a visible lump in my neck. The consultant
BonyVeronika
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Thyroid UK
9 months ago
Not so good on Levo and T3 - help source Thai dessicated thyroid ?
PM on this one if you can help please thank you. Background: Hashimoto's for 5 years + Menopause started same year (on Evorel Conti patch) Was on Thai desiccated porcine thyroid but with Covid that supply went. Since then been back on Levothyroxine 75mcg (recent bloods show satisfactory dose) with
PM on this one if you can help please thank you. Background: Hashimoto's for 5 years + Menopause started same year (on Evorel Conti patch) Was on Thai desiccated porcine thyroid but with Covid that supply went. Since then been back on Levothyroxine 75mcg (recent bloods show satisfactory dose) with
M33R4
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Thyroid UK
7 months ago
Friends thyroid results, please can anyone advise?
Hi! A fellow Pernicious Anaemia sufferer and friend of mine needs some thyroid help please! I'm also hypothyroid / hashi and still 18 months into my journey and not quite there yet so feel the need for advice!. She had some bloods taken this week and the results to me look less than optimal, while being
Hi! A fellow Pernicious Anaemia sufferer and friend of mine needs some thyroid help please! I'm also hypothyroid / hashi and still 18 months into my journey and not quite there yet so feel the need for advice!. She had some bloods taken this week and the results to me look less than optimal, while being
Opal79
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Thyroid UK
5 months ago
Why are Endocrinologists So Useless - My Rant of Today!
Greetings everyone. I am in Ontario, Canada. I have Hashi's and worsening hypothyroid. Have all the symptoms including now runny noise, watery eyes, heartburn, poor stomach, bloating, loss of outer eyebrows, thinning hair, fat around abdomen, no energy, brain fog..... I saw my endo today (had her
Greetings everyone. I am in Ontario, Canada. I have Hashi's and worsening hypothyroid. Have all the symptoms including now runny noise, watery eyes, heartburn, poor stomach, bloating, loss of outer eyebrows, thinning hair, fat around abdomen, no energy, brain fog..... I saw my endo today (had her
IQuestionEverything
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Thyroid UK
5 months ago
First test results after adding T3 - I’m confused!
Hi everyone, I’d really appreciate your help with my latest results and welcome ideas for suggested next steps. Just a reminder, I currently self-treat. In October I posted the following results (Randox) whilst on 62.5mcg of Levo (Eutirox): TSH 1.44 (0.35-5.5) FT4 18.2 (11.9-21.6) FT3 3.96 (3.1
Hi everyone, I’d really appreciate your help with my latest results and welcome ideas for suggested next steps. Just a reminder, I currently self-treat. In October I posted the following results (Randox) whilst on 62.5mcg of Levo (Eutirox): TSH 1.44 (0.35-5.5) FT4 18.2 (11.9-21.6) FT3 3.96 (3.1
J972
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Thyroid UK
5 months ago
Recent blood tests
Hi, can anybody offer any guidance on my blood tests. I have paid to have them done by blue horizon. My blood was done at 8.45 before taking any medication. I take levo 175 one day followed by 150 the next. B12 supplement. I have been suffering from a feeling of being on a boat with weak legs. Bad brain
Hi, can anybody offer any guidance on my blood tests. I have paid to have them done by blue horizon. My blood was done at 8.45 before taking any medication. I take levo 175 one day followed by 150 the next. B12 supplement. I have been suffering from a feeling of being on a boat with weak legs. Bad brain
Colvic
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Thyroid UK
5 months ago
DEXA scan result Poor. What to do about T3? Endocrinologist unhappy with suppressed TSH even before DEXA. How do I advocate for myself now?!
Afternoon All, I’ve just received a letter from my Second Opinion Endocrinologist with the results of my first ever DEXA scan. She is not happy. T Scores (no idea what any of this means, btw!): -1.6 L spine, -0.4 total hip, -0.9 NOF A few months back I was told by Endocrinologist One to reduce my
Afternoon All, I’ve just received a letter from my Second Opinion Endocrinologist with the results of my first ever DEXA scan. She is not happy. T Scores (no idea what any of this means, btw!): -1.6 L spine, -0.4 total hip, -0.9 NOF A few months back I was told by Endocrinologist One to reduce my
Abi-Abster
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Thyroid UK
5 months ago
First trimester
Hi, is it standard practice to increase thyroid in the first trimester? What should my tsh levels be?Many thanks
Hi, is it standard practice to increase thyroid in the first trimester? What should my tsh levels be?Many thanks
Blackmito
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Thyroid UK
5 months ago
Latest results - confused!
Hello lovely, knowledgeable folks - belated 'Happy New Year' to you all! After an increase of levothyroxine (LT) in November 2023 from 50 mcg/ day to 75 mcg/day, I had back-to-back tests on 02 Jan. (Medichecks - professional blood draw) and 03 Jan. (NHS), to see comparable results. Both tests were
Hello lovely, knowledgeable folks - belated 'Happy New Year' to you all! After an increase of levothyroxine (LT) in November 2023 from 50 mcg/ day to 75 mcg/day, I had back-to-back tests on 02 Jan. (Medichecks - professional blood draw) and 03 Jan. (NHS), to see comparable results. Both tests were
ERIC107
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Thyroid UK
5 months ago
metformin
I’m 60yoF, partial hysterectomy years ago. After hysterectomy was dx hashimotos. On levothyroxine 75mcg, continuously wt gain despite walking 7-10 miles daily. Eat healthy most often as an educated nutritionist. I convinced my MD to try Metformin to see if any help. MD would only order 500 once daily
I’m 60yoF, partial hysterectomy years ago. After hysterectomy was dx hashimotos. On levothyroxine 75mcg, continuously wt gain despite walking 7-10 miles daily. Eat healthy most often as an educated nutritionist. I convinced my MD to try Metformin to see if any help. MD would only order 500 once daily
Manhatt
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Thyroid UK
5 months ago
Private endo
Hi, I’ve found a private endo that works at a hospital near me, Professor Parag Singhal, apparently according to his blurb he uses NDT and other combinations. He’s not on the Thyroid UK list as far as I can see, so just wondering if anyone here has used him? If you have and can give me feedback of your
Hi, I’ve found a private endo that works at a hospital near me, Professor Parag Singhal, apparently according to his blurb he uses NDT and other combinations. He’s not on the Thyroid UK list as far as I can see, so just wondering if anyone here has used him? If you have and can give me feedback of your
Chell1
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Thyroid UK
7 months ago
low tsh but still hypothyroid
hi I keep getting bloods every 6-8 weeks from my doctor as my tsh level is constantly below 0.01…. I am on 75mcg of levo one night and then 100mcg of levo the next as told by my doctor. But I’m still having all the symptoms still of being underactive. When I was on 100-120mcg daily I felt so much better
hi I keep getting bloods every 6-8 weeks from my doctor as my tsh level is constantly below 0.01…. I am on 75mcg of levo one night and then 100mcg of levo the next as told by my doctor. But I’m still having all the symptoms still of being underactive. When I was on 100-120mcg daily I felt so much better
Clairey2503
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Thyroid UK
5 months ago
advise please
I have Hashimoto’s and have lots of food and digestive problems. I have identified gluten ( including oats & rice) and dairy as culprits but also have porosity lots of vegetables. Followed FODMAP for a while but lost so much weight, i am struggling to eat enough foods that don’t affect me. I have seen
I have Hashimoto’s and have lots of food and digestive problems. I have identified gluten ( including oats & rice) and dairy as culprits but also have porosity lots of vegetables. Followed FODMAP for a while but lost so much weight, i am struggling to eat enough foods that don’t affect me. I have seen
Da52
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Thyroid UK
5 months ago
Increase needed but do I increase T4 or T3?
I have added liothyronine to my levothyroxine. My latest results indicate that an increase in one or the other is needed. Medichecks and Monitor My Health use the same ranges. 18.8.23 Medichecks (112.5 mcg levothyroxine only) TSH 0.101 mu/L (0.27-4.2) FT3 3.9 pmol/L (3.1-6.8) 21.62% through
I have added liothyronine to my levothyroxine. My latest results indicate that an increase in one or the other is needed. Medichecks and Monitor My Health use the same ranges. 18.8.23 Medichecks (112.5 mcg levothyroxine only) TSH 0.101 mu/L (0.27-4.2) FT3 3.9 pmol/L (3.1-6.8) 21.62% through
Guineapiggy
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Thyroid UK
5 months ago
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