Rise in TSH level

[Davidehi]

I was diagnosed with thyroid cancer (papillary with follicular traits) about 5 years ago and had my entire tyroid removed and the normal follow up treatment.  Since then three blood screenings and scans have been normal.  However, in the latest followup my TSH level rose from .02 to 1.0.  Is this an indication that my thyroid cancer has returned?  My doctor does not seem to concerned about this and says he will just watch it with another blood test  in a few months.  Is a rising TSH level with all other test normal an indication of recurring cancer?  Thank you.

[Justin1967]

I'm not too sure why you are concerned with your rising TSH level..
Your Tsh level could be changing because of your increase or decreased weight or  meds dosage..
I had to change my dosage 5 to 6 times since my TT surgery 10 months ago so I am getting a suppressed TSH..
If you thyroglobulin is rising and then that would be a concern..

[Davidehi]

I just had teh thyroglobulin checked and it was fine.  I also just had the scan which was also negative.  So, it all seems ok so far except for the rise in TSH.  As I said in my post the doctor does not seem concerned and says it is not an indicator of the return of cancer.  They like to keep TSH low so that it does not stimulate cancer growth if there are any random cells they may have missed.  But it is a concern for sure. Thanks, David

[nissah46]

I know they like to keep the TSH suppressed below .1  You should have your thyroglobulin checked as the presence of that can indicate a reoccurance if you have had a TT.