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Am 25 yrs old had hypothyroidism. now it's normal. tsh is 4.2 with t3 (liothyronine) and t4 normal but my skin has lost its elasticity and got signs of ageing. help?

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May not be normal: A TSH of 4.2 may still be high in hypothyroidism. One should ask what level of TSH her doctor is aiming for. Some doctors feel that a TSH above 3 or so may be high, even if the lab reference range goes up to 4.5 or so. The skin elasticity has to be compared to one's peers and family members. A primary care doctor, a dermatologist, or a rheumatologist can help decide if there is a problem or not.

Answered 2/24/2016

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