What Is Meant By TSH Levels Of 150?

Posted on Sun, 28 Oct 2012

Question: I have a report of my wife stating TSH levels showing >150, Can you please tell me, what does it mean?

Answered by Dr. Ram Choudhary (1 hour later)

Hi XXXXXXX,
Welcome to Healthcare Magic!
Your wife is having hypothyroidism that is her thyroid gland is not working optimally.
Her high TSH levels indicate a very dismal function of thyroid gland and she may slip into thyroid coma if left untreated.
She would need replacement of the thyroid hormone in consultation with a physician/endocrinologist. She should also undergo work up regarding the cause due to which she developed the hypothyroidism.
Please start the treatment at the earliest possible to avoid life threatening complications.
I hope the advise would be helpful for you.

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