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Thyroid Cancer, Nodules & Hyperthyroidism (Expert Forum)
Lab work question
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Mark Lupo, M.D. - Thyroid Nodules, Thyroid Cancer, hyperthyroidism, hypothyroidism, Thyroid Ultrasound
Thyroid & Endocrine Center of Florida
Sarasota - FL
Questions in the Thyroid forum are answered by Mark Lupo, MD. Topics covered include Goiter, Graves Disease, Hyperthyroid, Parathyroid/Calcium Problems, Thyroid Cancer, Thyroid Nodules/Cysts, Thyroiditis, Thyroid & Pregnancy, Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH), Thyroid Tests, and Thyroid Surgery.
Lab work question
by jess74, Jan 03, 2008 08:33AM
Hello,
About 2 months ago my hair dresser realized 2 bald spots when doing my hair. I went to a dermotologist who diagnosed me with Alopecia Areata. Since then I have been receiving cortizone shots to stimulate the hair growth, but now two spots turned into about 7 spots. She recently took my blood again and my Free T4 is 0.8 and my TSH 3rd Generation is 0.41. Does this validate as hypo? I'm 33 yrs old have 2 children weight about 140lbs. I have been trying to loose 10 pounds and its been a little harder these days but I attributed it to being older...I appreciate your help. thanks
About 2 months ago my hair dresser realized 2 bald spots when doing my hair. I went to a dermotologist who diagnosed me with Alopecia Areata. Since then I have been receiving cortizone shots to stimulate the hair growth, but now two spots turned into about 7 spots. She recently took my blood again and my Free T4 is 0.8 and my TSH 3rd Generation is 0.41. Does this validate as hypo? I'm 33 yrs old have 2 children weight about 140lbs. I have been trying to loose 10 pounds and its been a little harder these days but I attributed it to being older...I appreciate your help. thanks
Doctor's Answer
by Mark Lupo, M.D., Jan 08, 2008 05:46AM
, Jan 08, 2008 05:46AM
This is not likely hypothyroidism. The labs are normal and the low-normal Free T4 should not be considered an indication of a slightly low thyroid - it's part of the normal range. The TSH of 0.41 suggests normal thyroid function. If the T4 and T3 were clearly below normal then hypothyroidism would be considered.
