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High tsh (6.0) , normal free t4 and free t3. free t4 is 1.5 (range up to 1.77). hypothyroid symptoms , excessive weight gain. safe to take synthroid 50 mcg even with higher than normal free t4?

Q: high tsh (6.0) , normal free t4 and free t3. free t4 is 1.5 (range up to 1.77). hypothyroid symptoms , excessive weight gain. safe to take synthroid 50 mcg even with higher than normal free t4?

: Given higher than normal value of TSH plus symptoms reflecting hypothyroidism, replacement treatment is certainly indicated.

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Given higher than normal value of TSH plus symptoms reflecting hypothyroidism, replacement treatment is certainly indicated.

Answered 9/21/2022

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A member asked:

High tsh (6.0) , normal free t4 and free t3. free t4 is 1.5 (range up to 1.77). hypothyroid symptoms , excessive weight gain. safe to take synthroid 50 mcg even with higher than normal free t4?

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