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How Can Low TSH Levels With Hypothyroid Symptoms Be Treated?
Question: Hi I am 68 years old. Had my thyroid completely removed 40 years ago due to nodules caused by radiation. I am experiencing most of the hypothyroid symptoms. My physician did blood work. Just the TSH levels. TSH level was .09 I am on 1.75MG per day of synthroid. What should I do. My physician doesn't want to do anything. Said it is working.
Brief Answer:
Decrease the dose as below;
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
The TSH level your reported is too low, suggesting for a high dose of levothyroxine.
I would recommend decreasing the dose (you may take one day 175mcg and the next day 150mcg) and check the TSH after 6 weeks, if normal, continue with this dose for the other 6 months.
Hope I have answered your query.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Mirjeta Guni, Endocrinologist
Decrease the dose as below;
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
The TSH level your reported is too low, suggesting for a high dose of levothyroxine.
I would recommend decreasing the dose (you may take one day 175mcg and the next day 150mcg) and check the TSH after 6 weeks, if normal, continue with this dose for the other 6 months.
Hope I have answered your query.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Mirjeta Guni, Endocrinologist
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