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Hypothyroidism
Hypothyroidism detected 6 months ago with TSH 20 and used Thyroactiv 25mg for 6 months. Recent test shows TSH reduced to 9, so please guide me further.
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Continue the medication at the prescribed dose.. Check tsh regularly every 3 4 months if it has a reducing trend then continue the same dosage.. If it doesn't come to normal range then it requires to be increased..
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consult online with pic neck and proper history
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other reports also required
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Dr. Gladson Guddappa Uchil
Allergist/Immunologist
26 yrs exp
Bangalore
Your doctor is doing a good job. Just get your TSH done every 3 months, at any NABL accredited Laboratory (the NABL logo MUST BE PRESENT ON THE REPORT LETTERHEAD) after 12 hours fasting.
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Show the report to your doctor who will adjust your thyroid hormone tablet dosage accordingly.
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Dr. Maddali Prathusha
ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist
9 yrs exp
Guntur
Not just from test report, it is also necessary to know ur symptoms and general condituon for dose adjustment..
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consult online
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