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2018-03-17 14:41:28
My friend is having TSH 8.5 where as T3 and T4 are normal, what should be the  best treatment and for how long medication is required.
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TSH as high as 10 but with no symptoms doesn't necessarily requires treatment.Irregular menses,apart from other symptoms is the main criteria to start the treatment.Consult for proper evaluation & prescription

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Your values suggest subclinical hypothyroidism. Do you have any symptoms? Like Weight gain, Slowed speech and movements, Dry skin, Jaundice, Pallor, Coarse, brittle, straw-like hair, hair loss, Hoarseness of voice, Fatigue, loss of energy, Decreased appetite, Cold intolerance? It is adviced to consult explaining your symptoms and any other associated health issues.

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