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Subclinical Hypothyroidism

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1.   Jan 29, 2008 9:42 AM

» Feature Writer Elaine Moore - Should I be concerned?

In response to Should I be concerned? posted by jmhilmore:


Hi,
According to current recommendations of the American Association of Clinical Chemistry, a TSH value higher than 2.5 suggests hypothyroidism. And it's likely that you were tested with a different method in 2003, which could account for the change or perhaps your thyroid function has improved somewhat since 2003. Either way, both results indicate hypothyroidism. You'd also want to look at FT4 and FT3 levels (not T4 and T3 since these are often falsely increased).
The problem is that many doctors don't take hypothyroidism seriously. Sometimes you have to shop around to find a doctor that understands how devastating even having slightly less thyroid hormone than is needed for your body's needs can be.
You might want to do some research on Wilson's syndrome or Broda Barnes and look for lists of doctors who follow these guidelines. best, Elaine

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