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I was diagnosed with sub clinical hypothyroidism with an 8.3 tsh then 3 months later i got retested and it was 3.3 tsh. i show classic hypothyroidism symptoms from not being able to lose weight to digestive issues. what could cause tsh to fluctuate?

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Dr. Arnold Lentnek answered

Thyroid replacement?: You didn’t mention, but the doctor who diagnosed “sub clinical hypothyroidism” probably gave you thyroid replacement therapy. If so, that will cause your TSH to fall (to a normal range). That’s good. Best of luck

Answered 2/19/2021

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A member asked:

I was diagnosed with sub clinical hypothyroidism with an 8.3 tsh then 3 months later i got retested and it was 3.3 tsh. i show classic hypothyroidism symptoms from not being able to lose weight to digestive issues. what could cause tsh to fluctuate?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Arnold Lentnek answered

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