I have thyroid problems and got a test report showing TSH 12.5. I am taking medicine, but it is still increased. What should I do?

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Dr Ezhilarasan Ml

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6+ Yrs

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High TSH (DTH likely TSH) indicates underactive thyroid. Medication dose may need titration. Please take a TSH + Free T4 immediately.

Dr. Ezhilarasan Suggests...

Take a THYROID STIMULATING HORMONE (TSH) Test or Take a FREE T4 (FT4) Test

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