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Is TSH Value Of 9.58 A Cause For Concern?
my TSH was 4.96 last year and now is 9.58... I feel great and have no symptoms... my doctor wants to continue to monitor me for a few months before starting any medication. he has not drawn a T3 or T4 your thoughts? again... I do not have any of the symptoms described with hypothyroidism
Mon, 15 Jul 2019
Hello,
There can be fluctuations of hormone levels in subclinical hypothyroidism where you do not get any of the symptoms.
It is best to get free levels of T4 and T3 in serum and get back with results to discuss further management guidelines.
Do not neglect high levels of serum TSH just because you do not have any symptoms dear.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel, General Surgeon
There can be fluctuations of hormone levels in subclinical hypothyroidism where you do not get any of the symptoms.
It is best to get free levels of T4 and T3 in serum and get back with results to discuss further management guidelines.
Do not neglect high levels of serum TSH just because you do not have any symptoms dear.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel, General Surgeon
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