normal TSH levels with Hashimotos thyroiditis

Question

I was recently diagnosed with Hashimoto's Thyroiditis.  My T3 and T4 results were normal and my TSH was 2.64.  Three months ago the TSH was 4.42.  The thyroid ultrasound showed an enlarged thyroid on the right lobe with a small nodule.  My physician suggests we test again in a year, even though my symptoms continue.  I have gained 15 pounds and no matter what I do I can't lose any weight.  I'm also always cold, constipated, and so fatigued by early afternoon.  The doctor said that my symptoms are just a coincidence and I am not hypothyroid yet.  Any opinion?

Thank you.

estrelinha · Answer

I was recently diagnosed with Hashimoto's Thyroiditis. My T3 and T4 results were normal and my TSH was 2.64. Three months ago the TSH was 4.42. The thyroid ultrasound showed an enlarged thyroid on the right lobe with a small nodule. My physician suggests we test again in a year, even though my symptoms continue. I have gained 15 pounds and no matter what I do I can't lose any weight. I'm also always cold, constipated, and so fatigued by early afternoon. The doctor said that my symptoms are just a coincidence and I am not hypothyroid yet. Any opinion?

Thank you.

bdh1776 · Answer

Thanks so much for the link.  It has lots of useful information.  I think I'll consider getting a second opinion since I feel like treatment would be beneficial for me.

kitty9309 · Answer

I would recommend requesting repeat testing sooner than a year. Maybe every 3 months?
Any TSH over a 2.5 deserves a futher look and more frequent follow up. 
The following link is one of the best I have seen and it is reputable:

See page 9 in particular.

http://www.thyroid.org/patients/brochures/Hypothyroidism%20_web_booklet.pdf

ChitChatNine · Answer

What was the size of your nodule?

WELCOME to the COMMUNITY .. I am not too well-versed wtih lab results but wanted to stop by and say hello .. I am sure others will stop by.

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