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2021-09-01 13:39:09
My father has a tsh level of 5.43 and his t3 and t4 levels are normal. Does it need any further evaluation? Does he need to have medication for this?
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It is sub clinical hypothyroid, if you are married and planning for conception, medications has to be started. Consult Gynecologist.

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Subclinical hypothyroidism. No treatment is required if asymptomatic

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If no symptoms then not required.

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TSH levels has to be interpreted using age and clinical symptoms into consideration
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consult an endocrinologist

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No he does not need any further evaluation or testing . No treatment is required .

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