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Suggest Treatment For Thyroid Problems
Yes, thank you, I am concerned about thyroid problems. I have so many
symptoms of hypothyroid so I got my blood work done. My cholestrol is 201, hdl is 105, ldl is 84. Do you need any other numbers to evaluate me? I am 61 years old and approximately 128 lbs.
symptoms of hypothyroid so I got my blood work done. My cholestrol is 201, hdl is 105, ldl is 84. Do you need any other numbers to evaluate me? I am 61 years old and approximately 128 lbs.
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Hello,
The blood test you reported give information about lipid profile and not thyroid function.
You should check: TSH, Ft4 and Ft3.
Untreated hypothyroidism may be associated with a modest increase in the risk of coronary artery disease.
An endocrinologist will typically recommend levothyroxine.
This is a prescription medication that is the scientifically sound way to replace the deficient hormone in the human body.
Please consult your endocrinologist for a prescription for the same.
The ideal dose varies from person to person and a blood test for TSH in a laboratory is extremely useful in determining the appropriate dose.
Best wishes,
Dr.Mirjeta
The blood test you reported give information about lipid profile and not thyroid function.
You should check: TSH, Ft4 and Ft3.
Untreated hypothyroidism may be associated with a modest increase in the risk of coronary artery disease.
An endocrinologist will typically recommend levothyroxine.
This is a prescription medication that is the scientifically sound way to replace the deficient hormone in the human body.
Please consult your endocrinologist for a prescription for the same.
The ideal dose varies from person to person and a blood test for TSH in a laboratory is extremely useful in determining the appropriate dose.
Best wishes,
Dr.Mirjeta
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