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04-14-2008, 04:40 PM
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My tsh level was 5.408, but my doctor doesn't see a problem with this. Should I push for something to help it or try to just increase exercise?
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04-14-2008, 11:18 PM
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You may have what is called subclinical hypothyroidism, or else a lab whose reference range is higher than most.
If your TSH is higher than the range for the lab it was drawn in, AND you have hypothyroid S/S, would push for low dose Synthroid. If you DON'T have S/S of hypothyroid, it is perfectly acceptable for a doctor to NOT treat this TSH. Hope this helps. | |
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04-15-2008, 01:12 AM
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Well, I haven't had a chance to google it, but I know the lab's value is like 3 or 3.5. These are my symptoms: belly fat, fatigue (but I have 3 kids, plus nursing school), I crave carbs all the time (thought from IR?), insomnia (eventhough I am extremely tired all day).
After I had my first daughter, they put me on merida but it got recalled, I am going to call my doc in the am. I am not sure what I can take while nursing though?
Thanks for your input!
ETA: no matter what diet, eating healthy or excise I do, I just can't seem to lose all this weight.
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04-15-2008, 09:19 AM
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Mine was around 6 and my doctor put me on Synthroid.
If I remember, she said anything over 3 was out of normal range.
I just read an article that said normal TSH levels used to be considered normal from .5 to to 5, but they've recommened it be .3 to 3.
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This understanding led to the recommendation in January 2003 by the American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists that doctors "consider treatment for patients who test outside the boundaries of a narrower margin based on a target TSH level of 0.3 to 3.0."
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04-15-2008, 04:04 PM
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Way too high like others said. Plus with your symptons deff talk to your doctor about something to help syntroid. If mine is over 3.0 I feel like I'm 60 When its at 5.0 I feel like hell. | |
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04-16-2008, 12:46 AM
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Is the doctor you are referring to a GP or endo? If s/he is a GP s/he is probably not familiar with the current acceptable thyroid values (3.6 is the top of the normal range as stated in pp). I would ask for a referral to see an endo (if you need to ask), and make sure it is an endo who specializes in thyroid dysfunction/disease.
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I agree with PP, that # is too high & you should be treated. I feel absolutely awful when mine is around 3!!! I've read several articles that say they are thinking of changing the normal #s to anything under 1.25...my internist said she likes to see it around 1 or just under 1 for optimal function. I agree that is when I feel the best. It's also very common for many women to never have thyroid issues until after having a baby/getting pregnant. Insomnia is defintiely a symptom, I lost tons of sleep when mine was elevated. And the bone-numbing fatigue was unbearable! It was awful. Best wishes to you!!!! 
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05-06-2008, 12:06 AM
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Sounds like we've had the same experience. My level came back around where yours is and my GP didn't blink. When I talked to my naturopath, she was really concerned and put me on a supplement (Thyroid Support Px) to see if the level improves. If not, I go back for traditional thyroid meds. Even if the level doesn't go to optimum on this supplement, I feel a whole lot better and it's made a huge difference.
I'd push this with your GP and ask for follow up, especially with your symptoms.
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In my medical lab results.... my doctor's letter says a normal range for someone 20 years and over a normal range for TSH is (0.40-5.50) So according to my clinic you're fine?!
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Originally Posted by laikola  In my medical lab results.... my doctor's letter says a normal range for someone 20 years and over a normal range for TSH is (0.40-5.50) So according to my clinic you're fine?! | The new levels of acceptance according to the American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists in 2003 is 0.3 to 3.0.
Mine is now standing at 4.7, so I've upped my dose from 37.5 to 50 mcg. | |
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Originally Posted by laikola In my medical lab results.... my doctor's letter says a normal range for someone 20 years and over a normal range for TSH is (0.40-5.50) So according to my clinic you're fine?! | Those #s are VERY outdated & its a shame that so many people are left untreated because of those old outdated #s! Women are feeling like crap & are struggling w/ TTC when all it takes is a little pill to make things all better. They updated the #s in '01 so those are about SEVEN YEARS OLD!!!! Do a little research people!!!!! Don't always rely on DRs, be your own advocate!!! 
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Anything over a 3.5 is considered hypothyroid according to my RE. I am sure you would benefit from some Synthroid. I would push for it. | |
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For anyone with hypothyroidism, or even symptoms, I would go read the pages at http://www.stopthethyroidmadness.com and http://www.realthyroidhelp.com.
One of the biggest issues with being hypo is that typical docs treat the patients based on a range of numbers, not on symptoms. My numbers have been in the 4 or 5 range while I am on medication for hypothyroid, I am tired as hell, and docs say, "You're fine! You're in great health!" Crazy.
Like SouthernGal said - Be your own advocate!
I know you are probably too exhausted to want be your own advocate - but please don't waste years of your life feeling horrible. I lost 10+ years listening to doctors tell me I was fine, when I wasn't. Believe in yourself.
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Thanks so much girls.
I have an appt in 2 weeks. Can I take meds while nursing? I have a 1 year old that is addicted to the boob! LOL and doesn't seem to want to give it up anytime soon!
I am prepared for battle but I am going armed with info!
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Originally Posted by Jenlynn83 Can I take meds while nursing? | ABSOLUTELY!!!
(also, as point of reference, although the accepted "normal" range for TSH values is much narrower now, the "optimal" range for conception is narrower still - each of 3 REs that I've seen indicated that it should be between 1 and 2 if you're trying to conceive.)
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