Should I Be Worried I Have A TSH Level Of 5.6?

Posted on Sun, 19 Jul 2020

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Question : HI I have a TSH level of 5.6 (I forget the units) - It has been around this for quite a few years. Should I start taking thyroid medication. My energy level is good. Are there side effects to - not taking it and to taking it. Thanks, XXXXXXX

Answered by Dr. Mirjeta Guni (19 hours later)

Brief Answer:
About high TSH;

Detailed Answer:
Hello and thank you for asking!
I have gone carefully through your concern.
For ages over 65 years, TSH should not be treated when it is up to 10 mUi/ml and there are no signs and symptoms of hypothyroidism (feeling cold, weight gain, dry skin, constipation, low heart rate ect).
You should keep checking TSH every 6 months.
Hope the information will help.
Best wishes,
Dr.Mirjeta

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