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high TSH level
by elements14, Sep 30, 2009 11:02AM
Hi Group
I just joined recently and have been reading all you comments to try and understand the Disorder as my 6 year old has been diagnosed with Hashimoto's Thyroiditis. She complained of constipation since 4.5 years of age and has recently lost her appetite so we decided to get her tested.
Her first results have shown TSH of 489 the doctor has consulted the University and started her on 50 MCG immediately.
Has anyone experienced such high levels of TSH ? She is only 6years old and just recently started school.
Feedback much appreciated
I just joined recently and have been reading all you comments to try and understand the Disorder as my 6 year old has been diagnosed with Hashimoto's Thyroiditis. She complained of constipation since 4.5 years of age and has recently lost her appetite so we decided to get her tested.
Her first results have shown TSH of 489 the doctor has consulted the University and started her on 50 MCG immediately.
Has anyone experienced such high levels of TSH ? She is only 6years old and just recently started school.
Feedback much appreciated
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50 mcg of what? Levo? Synthroid?
You might also request a thyroid ultrasound to see if she has nodules. We Hashis get these nodules all the time. If so, then they need to be monitored at least every six months.
I'm so sorry that you have to be going through this. I have a six-year-old, and I monitor her closely because Hashi can be hereditary.
Have you checked your thyroid levels? Have you alerted other family members?
:) Tamra
The family is being tested as we speak, especially my other 2 gils who are almost 2 and almost 5.
regards
Max