tyrroid confussion

[kevin93]

After having some simple blood test done my Doctor order some more specific test concerning my thyroid. They are still confussed and referring me to a specialist. My thyroid levels are fine however the stimulating hormone is high and antibodies are attacking my thyroid gland. My doctor also felt some nodules om my thyroid. I do not have specific levels, but can you shine some light on this situation? Can this situation effect your heart ryhthem?

[kevin93]

Thanks for your advice!!!!  This has worried me.  I have an appt with Endo at the end of this month.  What could cause my TSH levels to soar to 75.185??????

[Mark Lupo, M.D.]

Sounds like mild hypothyroidism due to Hashimotos (when the immune system attacks the thyroid).  The "nodules" may be swelling of the thyroid due to inflammation from the immune-attack -- an ultrasound should be done to further evaluate this.  In many cases, I treat with thyroid hormone and re-check ultrasound in 3-4 months -- at that point do a needle biopsy if there is a dominant nodule.

[kevin93]

After reading the postings from everyone else, I went and got a copy of my labs. My TSH levels on 9/7/06 were 46.581 and on 10/05/06 75.198. My T4 and T3 levels seem to be within normal range. Is it normal to have your levels increase this quickly? What d these levels indicate? Can these increase in levels effect your heart beats per minute?