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How To Test For Thyroid Malfunction?

i m 26 yr old doctor and i think i have some thyroid problem but last time i spoke to my doctor ant it he prescribed tsh test i got it done and the result was normal but i am still not sure can i depend on my tsh levels to confirm if i am suffering frm any thyroid malfunction?!
Sat, 3 Sep 2016
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You have not mentioned what kind of problem you have. In females hypothyroidism is common. Hypothyroidism is due to deficiency of secretion of thyroid hormone from thyroid gland. Symptoms of hypothyroidism include constipation, swelling, cold intolerance, weakness, and hair loss etc. It is diagnosed by measuring T4 and TSH. Serum TSH is elevated in hypothyroidism while T4 is decreased. As your TSH is normal so I can exclude hypothyroidism. Hyperthyroidism is due to increased T4 and decreased TSH. Symptoms are diarrhea, increased heart rate, weight loss and excessive sweating etc.
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1.     No need to worry for thyroid problem. Your thyroid is normal
2.     You can repeat the test – serum T4 & TSH for you satisfaction
3.     Other investigation – Hb%
4.     Consult a doctor with your problem
5.     Do meditation and workout in gym
6.     Involve yourself in productive activities
7.     Eat fruits and vegetables
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How To Test For Thyroid Malfunction?

You have not mentioned what kind of problem you have. In females hypothyroidism is common. Hypothyroidism is due to deficiency of secretion of thyroid hormone from thyroid gland. Symptoms of hypothyroidism include constipation, swelling, cold intolerance, weakness, and hair loss etc. It is diagnosed by measuring T4 and TSH. Serum TSH is elevated in hypothyroidism while T4 is decreased. As your TSH is normal so I can exclude hypothyroidism. Hyperthyroidism is due to increased T4 and decreased TSH. Symptoms are diarrhea, increased heart rate, weight loss and excessive sweating etc. Advice 1. No need to worry for thyroid problem. Your thyroid is normal 2. You can repeat the test – serum T4 & TSH for you satisfaction 3. Other investigation – Hb% 4. Consult a doctor with your problem 5. Do meditation and workout in gym 6. Involve yourself in productive activities 7. Eat fruits and vegetables Thanks