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How to lower the tsh level, i have 8.2.
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Adjustment: Of thyroid replacement will bring the TSH down.
Answered 4/9/2016
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Medication: Normal TSH is around 1-2 or 3. If your lab test is 8.2, your thyroid is not making enough thyroid hormone, or if you are taking medication for the thyroid, your dose isn't enough. Please see your doctor.
Answered 6/7/2018
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