... I have been struggling to get my symptoms under control for some time. They became increasingly worse after a PT back in Oct. ... (0 replies)
... To interpret your labs we'd need to know the reference ranges for them. Your TSH looks fine but it's very possible your FT4 is on the low side which could explain at least some of your symptoms. ... (3 replies)
... Let me back up a little, and explain how I got here. I have been taking testosterone therapy due to low T, and I discovered that hypothyroidism symptoms are almost identical to symptoms of low testosterone. ... (4 replies)
... se. It's been hypothesized that iodine overload may contribute to the autoimmune response that causes Hashi's. And people with the disorder report that they're symptoms worsen when they try supplementing with it. ... (4 replies)
... titer such as your TgAB is very likely not entirely normal in the presence of TSH above 2 and symptoms. Your free T4 is slightly below lab median, which is too low and could account for at least some symptoms for most people. ... (4 replies)
... First post here. I recently had my thyroid tested because I was having symptoms like not sleeping through the night, low sex drive, tiredness, and mood swings. ... (4 replies)
... replacement dose at the patient at the start and then try to remove what's not needed later. It's always better to start at a low dose and work up to the amount needed. Starter doses are 25 or 50 mcgs. ... (1 replies)
... hi, thanks very much for prompt reply. i was surprised that i got quick response in this board.my results are as below. I have many symptoms mostly neuro pain, numbness, tingling, freezing coldness, bladder issues, cognitive issues, something like ms hug around my stomach, neck, ankles, migraines, weakness in legs and hands, sensitivity to cold and heat, salty/bitter taste in... (5 replies)
... To interpret your labs we'd need to see specific results with their reference ranges. Very low TSH such as yours usually means hyperthyroidism and with your high antibodies it would be autoimmune based. ... (5 replies)
... I only scanned the full text study and found nothing about T4 to T3 conversion. The study included hypothyroid women NOT taking thyroid replacement at the onset. So perhaps your situation is too different to be relevant. ... (1 replies)
... About 8 months ago, after experiencing symptoms of a stomach ulcer, I had another blood test which showed a TSH of 64 and a hemoglobin of 9.9. S I was diagnosed with anemia. ... (1 replies)
... both typical hypo symptoms, I suppose. I do have low testosterone, however. ... (5 replies)
... I thought optimal Free T3 should be higher than this, and I feel like the near doubling of TSH from last year is a problem. ... (1 replies)
... al to me, in terms of tsh. I KNOW tsh is not a good indicator of how to treat my condition however, so looking at the free levels it appears my free t4 is on the low side. ... (3 replies)
... Both your free T4 and free T3 levels are too low to do that. Your dose of Synthroid was probably too low to begin with. ... (1 replies)
... I can't say whether your symptoms would have roots only in inoptimal thyroid levels, but also can't say whether your thyroid levels are fine based on the panel of tests you've had. ... (2 replies)
... and T3 and 4 normal. ... (9 replies)
... dizziness, fainting feeling, fast heart rate, hot flashes. Sometimes some fear. I also have extremely low libido. I have erection problem also. ... (8 replies)
... I would agree with you that there is a good chance that your adrenal glands are messed up, and have a lot to do with the symptoms you are having now. If they got that way back when you were on the synthroid, they cannot get back to normal if you are pushing too hard on the Naturethroid. ... (11 replies)
... FinnMaid, just curious -- howcome FT3 is considered to give more accurate results than FT4? (8 replies)
