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2023-05-06 19:59:19
I am a female of age 55 recently I got tested for thyroid and my tsh is 23 , earlier I was taking 75 mg thyroxin but discontinued for last 2 months. Should I continue same dose or start from lower get tested then increase.
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Same dose

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You may start with the same dose n get a repeat Thyoid profile done after 1 month if there is an improvement continue the same dose without any break for better results,empty stomach in the morning

Answered2023-05-07 04:00:46

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You get the thyroid function tests repeated and adjust the dosage accordingly.Thyroxin is a replacement hormone and ideally couldn't be abruptly discontinued without your doctor's advice.

Answered2023-05-07 01:02:34

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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management

Answered2023-05-07 11:26:58

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Start same dose Repeat test after six weeks

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Need few more details Kindly consult

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Continue same dose and repeat thyroid profile after 1.5 months

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Start the same

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