Could it be hyperthyroidism ??

[Ecologic]

I used to be in hypothyroidism. I got pregnant and took 125 mg of levothyroxide during my whole pregnancy, everything was fine, a little bit before my delivery my TSH was about 1.0, free T3 and free T4 were good.

My baby is now 3.5 months, I recently had a thyroid checkup and my TSH was now almost 0!!! 0.5 I think. Free T3 and free T4 were within ranges. My doctor decided to leave me on the 125 mg of levothyroxide.

But I have a very bad symptom that has developed lately within the last month: extreme insomnia. Last night I slept 3 hours, the night before 4 hours. I can't nap: I won't fall asleep. So I can't help wondering if I am not in hyperthyroidism now?? I also lost 1 lb and have not much appetite and feel hot, all signs of hyperthyroidism.

What do you think? I have decided not to take my levothyroxide for a few days and maybe take only 3/4 of the pill afterward until I see my doctor.

[gimel]

The ranges are so broad that just being somewhere within the ranges frequently does not accomplish the goal of symptom relief.  It is always a good idea to get a copy of lab reports and  write on there how you were feeling at the time and your med dosage.  These reports then become very valuable as a reference.  The doctor is required to provide a copy upon your request.  If you want, please post the results and reference ranges and members will be happy to help interpret and advise further.  

[Ecologic]

I do not have the actual numbers, they were in the ranges so I thought it was OK.

I went to see my doctor yesterday, he gave me a prescription for 100 mg of levothyroxide but I am hesitating to take it. I have been taking half a pill of 125 mg (so about 60 mg) for over a week and I am sleeping much better! He asked me if I was not tired (as in are my hypothyroidism symptoms coming back with such a low dose), but no I am feeling quite fine - as fine as someone with a young baby that wakes up once a night.

[gimel]

What were the actual results from your FT3 and FT4 tests, along with their reference ranges?

[Ecologic]

Thanks for your answer!

I had to take sleeping pills and Xanax overnight so I could finally sleep, it was important because I am currently travelling on a business trip. I also took no levo this morning and won't take any tomorrow neither, I am too scared! I'll take a smaller dose when I am back home this week end.

No, I have not made any appointment with my doctor yet. I question his knowledge of thyroid problems now, I need to find a doctor that's a bit more knowledgeable!

[jennerfennerbenner]

I would say you are are definitiely hyper.And I would crawl out of skin at less than 1!!!
And have gone through all that.  As a nurse I think 125 is way to high of a dose but I dont think you should stop it, but instead talk to your dr, about cutting back 25 at a time.  Remember that hypo symtoms are no fun either
Do you have an appt??