Question 1

what causes tsh level to go up and down without medication?

Accepted Answer

Thyroid inflammation: Can cause variable TSH results. Tsh tests are very sensitive but often not real reproducible. Levels vary by time of day. Tsh is secreted in spurts and may vary depending upon when it's drawn. Plus some labs are better and more reliable than others.

Question 2

what causes tsh level to go up and down?

Accepted Answer

Variations: In your level of thyroid hormone. Tsh is secreted in spurts, and sometimes the lab test can detect a peak one time and a valley the next, but it's usually a fairly reliable indicator.

Question 3

i have a tsh level of .31 t3 t4 are good i had unintentional weight loss of 80 lbs in 6 months have diabetes 2 and my a1c is 5.3 no medication for it is this part of the cause for my extreme weight loss my doctor just srugged it off help?

Accepted Answer

: Unintended weight loss warrants investigation. It would be prudent to consult a gastroenterologist as you may not be absorbing your food properly.

Question 4

is .23 an extremely low tsh level? t-3 and t-4 are normal and test for graves came back negative? not taking any medications.? tsi is .10? is this cause for concern? or do i need more tests surgeon is talking about removing my thyroid.?

Accepted Answer

: TSH of 0.23 is low but not extremely low (low limit of normal is 0.5), TSI index of 0.1 is normal. See an endocrinologist is your best bet, please request a referral if needed, no surgery at this time. Good luck.

Question 5

around 10 years ago i was diagnosed with hashimotos diease and my tsh level was 13. i recently attempted to get back on medication because i feel awful but my tsh was 3.80. does this mean i don't have hashimotos anymore? why do i still feel sick?

Accepted Answer

: All laboratory results need to be interpreted in the clinical context and the doctor who ordered the tests is usually in the best position to do that. Talk to the doctor who ordered the tests. Having said that, your TSH may be spuriously low if you are taking Biotin supplement, or if the level is so high that it is beyond the linear range of the assay.    Wish you good health!

Question 6

does a child with tsh level of 6.0 need medication?

Accepted Answer

More info needed: More information is needed in order to answer the question. How old is the child? Why was the test ordered? What other tests were ordered? Has the child been evaluated by an endocrinologist?

Question 7

my tsh level is 22....without medication how could i control this level through food and exercise?

Accepted Answer

Too High: The TSH level is far too high, indicating your thyroid is not sending out enough thyroid hormone to support your body. Signs and symptoms will be expected to progress without thyroid supplementation such as with Synthroid. Food and exercise change would not help with this.  
It is fortuitous  that typically only a very low amount of thyroid replacement is necessary for most people.

Question 8

i am 23 years old and my tsh level is 5.52 , if i donot take any medication , will that increase ? and will that comes to control again ?

Accepted Answer

: Work with your doctor and follow advice.  If you indeed require medication, suggest you comply.  In spite of desire for resolution, thyroid problems do not necessarily spontaneously disappear.

Question 9

tsh level is 0.023 dr lowered medication to 77mcg from81 mcg. do i take it or stop it? is the level too low? the last rsc 5month was 0.275

Accepted Answer

Follow MD advice: It is important to follow your doctor's advice and not make changes to your medication without discussing it with the doctor.
For good health - Have a diet rich in fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains, milk and milk products, nuts, beans, legumes, lentils and small amounts of lean meats. Avoid saturated fats. Drink enough water daily, so that your urine is mostly colorless. Exercise at least 150 minutes/week and increase the intensity of exercise gradually. Do not use tobacco, alcohol, weed or street drugs in any form. 
Practice safe sex.

Question 10

my tsh level shows 13. but my doctor is not putting me on any medication.he says he wants to wait an watch.is this normal to do?

Accepted Answer

Thyroid activity: Problems can be either short term and transient, or longer and chronic.  Your MD is working through this with you.  Keep your follow up appointment and review your concerns.

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I have a tsh level of .31 t3 t4 are good i had unintentional weight loss of 80 lbs in 6 months have diabetes 2 and my a1c is 5.3 no medication for it is this part of the cause for my extreme weight loss my doctor just srugged it off help?

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Is .23 an extremely low tsh level? t-3 and t-4 are normal and test for graves came back negative? not taking any medications.? tsi is .10? is this cause for concern? or do i need more tests surgeon is talking about removing my thyroid.?

A member asked:

Around 10 years ago i was diagnosed with hashimotos diease and my tsh level was 13. i recently attempted to get back on medication because i feel awful but my tsh was 3.80. does this mean i don't have hashimotos anymore? why do i still feel sick?

A member asked:

Does a child with tsh level of 6.0 need medication?

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My tsh level is 22....without medication how could i control this level through food and exercise?

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I am 23 years old and my tsh level is 5.52 , if i donot take any medication , will that increase ? and will that comes to control again ?

A member asked:

Tsh level is 0.023 dr lowered medication to 77mcg from81 mcg. do i take it or stop it? is the level too low? the last rsc 5month was 0.275

A member asked:

My tsh level shows 13. but my doctor is not putting me on any medication.he says he wants to wait an watch.is this normal to do?

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