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A member asked:

I have hypothyrodism (tsh hormon level 8.6) and i suffer from almost all its symptoms is this considered mild hypo or not! ?

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Dr. Quang Nguyen answered

Specializes in Endocrinology

Treat it: You need the free hormones measurement and thyroid antibodies to complete the work up but if you are already symptomatic and already have high tsh, you should get it treated.

Dr Raff agreed

Answered 12/16/2013

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