You could have developed a thyroid condition within the last year so it couldn't hurt to test it again. You will also find that some doctors are using the old testing ranges so make sure you get a copy of results. Your doctor could say that your thyroid is within normal range, but in fact it could be causing you to have symptoms and need to be treated and you wouldn't know it if your doctor is using the old ranges.
The following was on the Mayo Clinic website.
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/hyp...CTION=symptoms
The signs and symptoms of hypothyroidism vary widely, depending on the severity of the hormone deficiency. But in general, any problems you do have tend to develop slowly, often over a number of years.
At first, you may barely notice the symptoms of hypothyroidism, such as fatigue and sluggishness, or you may simply attribute them to getting older. But as your metabolism continues to slow, you may develop more obvious signs and symptoms. Hypothyroidism symptom may include:
- Fatigue
- Sluggishness
- Increased sensitivity to cold
- Constipation
- Pale, dry skin
- A puffy face
- Hoarse voice
- An elevated blood cholesterol level
- Unexplained weight gain
- Muscle aches, tenderness and stiffness
- Pain, stiffness or swelling in your joints
- Muscle weakness
- Heavier than normal menstrual periods
- Brittle fingernails and hair
- Depression
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Carrie
PCOS with Insulin Resistance
Hypothyroidism
DX April 2008
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Symptoms of Hypothyroidism? 
