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What Do These T4 And TSH Levels Indicate?
Question: I did the blood test the results: T4- 0.8 , TSH-48 , TPO AB >1000 iu/ml
My doctor who just emailed me that I have hypothyroidism but I think its thyroiditis. I have symptoms of: mussels hearts, dry skin, neck sensitive if I eat something wrong or when I'm in stress.
I had Thyroiditis in the past. I don't take any medication. I'm 33 years old. Member of XXXX
My question if I have thyroiditis (problem with immune system) or hypothyroidism (thyroid problem)?
Thank you.
My doctor who just emailed me that I have hypothyroidism but I think its thyroiditis. I have symptoms of: mussels hearts, dry skin, neck sensitive if I eat something wrong or when I'm in stress.
I had Thyroiditis in the past. I don't take any medication. I'm 33 years old. Member of XXXX
My question if I have thyroiditis (problem with immune system) or hypothyroidism (thyroid problem)?
Thank you.
Brief Answer:
Hypothyroidism
Detailed Answer:
It is extremely likely you have permanent irreversible hypothyroidism necessitating lifelong treatment with thyroid medication called levo thyroxine.
I understand you are asking if you have the temporary type of condition called thyroiditis, and it is very unlikely that this is the case.
Permanent hypothyroidism typically occurs due to Hashimoto's thyroiditis which results in the thyroid becoming incapable of making adequate amounts of thyroid hormone. The positive antibody lab result of yours supports this diagnosis.
Hypothyroidism
Detailed Answer:
It is extremely likely you have permanent irreversible hypothyroidism necessitating lifelong treatment with thyroid medication called levo thyroxine.
I understand you are asking if you have the temporary type of condition called thyroiditis, and it is very unlikely that this is the case.
Permanent hypothyroidism typically occurs due to Hashimoto's thyroiditis which results in the thyroid becoming incapable of making adequate amounts of thyroid hormone. The positive antibody lab result of yours supports this diagnosis.
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