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My tsh is 6.56 on my test. will i need to take pills?

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Dr. David Sneid answered

Yes: Will probably need brand name T4 replacement lifelong. Check with your doctor.

Answered 1/15/2015

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Does the lab report show more accurate results if we take a TSH test while fasting? Which is best: to fast or not to fast?

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I take 25 mg thyroxine sodium tablet every day (tsh 9.6) will taking medicine affect repeated blood test result?

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