
What Does My Thyroid Blood Test Indicate?

Here are my lab results that this medication combo was based on along with the reference ranges. Please advise....
t3 - 117 71-180
Free t4 1.74 0.82-1.77
t4 11.8 4.5-12.0
TSH 0.464 0.45-4.500
Free T-3 3.1 2.0-4.4
Reverse t3 24.5 9.2 - 24.1
There is no reason to be afraid!
Detailed Answer:
Hi and thank you so much for this query.
I am happy to know you are feeling a lot better after these adjustments. This is what matters more and not a laoratory value to impose ineffective doses to you. I will not term what your doctor has done as a supplement but rather that he has made a partial substitution. He has simply tried another formulation to see if this works better or not for you. From the prliminary results according to your observation, it is helping you regain your energy levels. That is what matters most.
Toxicity with thyroid drugs rarely goes unnoticed as it is translated immediately into symptoms of hyperthyroidism which include rapid heart rtae, always feeling hot, palpitations, sweating more than usual, diarrhea, etc. If you ever noticed some of these, then inform your doctor immediately and he would want to review your treatment.
For now, I suggest you continue the medications as prescribed. Monitor for possible signs of toxicity as I have outlined above. If none develops, get tested in 6weeks for treatment evaluation. iIf you develop any symptoms, talk to the doctor for review. Remember that what matters most is how you feel and not some laboratory values. For now, the laboratory findings and your symptoms justify the medical plan of action.
I hope this helps. I wis you well. Thank you so much for using our services and do feel free to ask for more information and clarifications if need be.


Not a symptom of hyperthyroid!
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Increase heart rate with exercise is a normal response to exercise. This is not suggestive of hyperthyroid. Hyperthyroid would present with persistent and sustained increase in heart rate even at rest.
Stay calm, relaxed and not get disturbed about this.
I hope this helps. I wish you well and remember I am always here for your worries if any.


Relax your mindset!
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Relax your mind set about this. How concerned you are about this may rather generate anxiety and put the whole treatment into jeopardy.
There is no reason to get worried now. If you develop real symptoms of excess thyroid hormone supplements, believe me that it would not be missed and sure you would report right away. I have counseled you on this already.
I wish you well.

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