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hypothyroid recovery
I have Hepatitis C, and was on SOC tx, discontinued at 40 weeks d/t low cd4. My thyroid, remained in the normal range until the last month, where my tsh went up to 9. Does this usually correct itself, or should I see my doc and get on synthroid? One of my concerns is I seem to be gaining weight fast this last month. Any other symptoms I can't tell as I'm still feeling the effects of tx. Hairloss, cold, fatigue.
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Hypothyroidism can be casued by the interferon in the HepC treatment -- TSH of 9 needs evaluation, but if you are off HepC treatment, then repeating the thyroid levels (and testing thyroid antibodies to look for autoimmune thyroid disease) 4-6 weeks after the initial abnormality is reasonable before committing to treatment. The symptoms are suggestive of hypothyroidism, so treatment may be necessary.
Thankyou for your answer. Does this usually correct itself?
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