I'm really concerned because my blood test showed my Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH) level is at 22.64 IUml, while the reference range is 0.30 to 5.5. Is this something I should be worried about? What exactly does TSH do, and why would my levels be so high?

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Dr Dr Khaleel Ur Rahim

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This condition is called hypothyroidism. You need to consult a physician and start the medication

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Is 14080 a normal level, or should I be worried and consider some medications? I'm currently lactating. Is this considered high, or is it within the normal range? Please help me out, I'm really concerned.

No it's normal, according to latest guidelines 14090 BP is considered to be normal

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I'm 31 and planning to conceive this year, but I've been told my TSH levels are too high for that, and I might need hormone pills. My Vitamin D is also low at 4.82 ngml. I've heard low Vitamin D can lead to high TSH. Should I start with Vitamin D supplements first? Would that help with the TSH levels, or should I focus on the TSH issue directly? What's your advice on navigating these levels when planning for pregnancy?

You can take injection. Uprise D3 6L once a week for 6 weeks. After that tab. D3 must 60k to be chewed once a week for 12 weeks.

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