I'm really concerned because my TSH level is 4.01, but I haven't had any issues with my periods; they come every 30 days like clockwork, and I've had no other thyroid symptoms before. My doctor put me on Thyronorm 25mcg, and now I'm experiencing some worrying changes. My periods are delayed, and Im constantly feeling exhausted and down, almost like I'm a bit depressed all the time. Are these side effects from the medication? What should I do next?

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Dr Shubham Chauhan

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I'm a bit worried because my TSH level has gone up to 7.8, although my T3 and T4 are still within the normal range. About two months ago, I missed my menopause, so I started taking some medication, and it seems to have worked this month. A blood test I did a month ago showed my TSH was 5.7, and now it's increased. Why might this be happening and what can I do to manage or possibly eliminate this issue completely?

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