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What Causes Rise In TSH Level?

Hi, I have been on Levothyrioxine.137 MG for the last 8 months. I have been on different levels for the last 15 yrs. I just got my results of my TSH level was 23.6 My GP increased my dose to .150 MG Could there be any other problems that would increase my TSH this much Thank you for any information
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Hi, dear
I have gone through your question. I can understand your concern.

You have hypothyroidism and you are taking levothyroxine 137 mg.

Now your TSH level is still high. So it suggest that your drug dosage is not adequate and you need to increase the dosage.

You taking perfect treatment. Take it according to advise. Nothing to worry about other cause.

Hope I have answered your question. If you have any doubts then feel free to ask me. I will be happy to answer. Thanks for using health care magic. Wish you very good health.
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What Causes Rise In TSH Level?

Hi, dear I have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. You have hypothyroidism and you are taking levothyroxine 137 mg. Now your TSH level is still high. So it suggest that your drug dosage is not adequate and you need to increase the dosage. You taking perfect treatment. Take it according to advise. Nothing to worry about other cause. Hope I have answered your question. If you have any doubts then feel free to ask me. I will be happy to answer. Thanks for using health care magic. Wish you very good health.