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When to retest thyroid?

When can I retest thyroid after lowering 150mcg levoxyl to 100mcg on June 17?
At that time my TSH was Low (.05) FT3  High Normal (3.9) FT4 High (2.64) and I had hyper symptoms.
I do not feel well and see the doctor July 14.
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Thank you for your comments about when to retest the thyroid after an adjustment.
I appreciate each of your quick and helpful suggestions.
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I have papillary thryoid cancer, and my dr. waits 8 weeks, which works for me.  I notice additional changes after 4 weeks, so altho I was hesitant to wait longer it works in my case.
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I have never gone by the '6 week rule' as we are all different in regards to meds so I would say go for new labs after 4 weeks.
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It takes approximately 5-6 weeks following a dosage change to know exactly how it's going to affect you.  Are you still having the hyper feelings?  
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My dr. well do it after 6 weeks when I go thru a dosage adjustment.
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