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Suggest Remedy For Thyroid Problem

Dear sir, I am 35 years male. I was feeling low energy levels since many years so 2 months ago i got myself tested for thyroid. T3 was 89, T4 was 4.4 and TSH was 5.0. i shown it to a docor and he started thyronorm 50 mg. last week my T4 was 9.6 and TSH was 3.1, now my doctor has suggested me Thyronorm 75mg as i have gained weight from 80 to 82( my height is 178cm). should i increse the dose. please suggest.
Thu, 6 Nov 2014
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Hi,
Welcome to HCM. I have gone through your question and understand your concern

When you are on treatment with thyronorm most doctors prefer to keep the TSH below 2.5, especially if you have symptoms of hypothyroidism like weight gain or your cholesterol is high. So I think should increase the dose to 75 mcg and do a follow up blood tests after 2-3 months.

Hope I have answered your query. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help
With warm regards,
Dr Ajish TP (MD,DM)
Consultant Endocrinologist.
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Suggest Remedy For Thyroid Problem

Hi, Welcome to HCM. I have gone through your question and understand your concern When you are on treatment with thyronorm most doctors prefer to keep the TSH below 2.5, especially if you have symptoms of hypothyroidism like weight gain or your cholesterol is high. So I think should increase the dose to 75 mcg and do a follow up blood tests after 2-3 months. Hope I have answered your query. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help With warm regards, Dr Ajish TP (MD,DM) Consultant Endocrinologist.