Wanting a second opinion, please.

[Annie98671]

I have Hashimoto's. My recent labs came back at: TSH-0.07, Free T-4-1.45. I am on Synthroid 112 mcg and have been for around 10 years. In the last year I have had 3 tests which have consistently come back with lower numbers than earlier years. From my view, I feel better than I did with "higher" TSH levels; less symptoms like tiredness etc. My weight is stable. The only other unusual item is I have started menopause symptoms for a couple of months (this last test gave my FSH levels as161.5).
My question is; my doctor wants me to reduce my medication to 100 mcg. and I am not sure I want to/need to. I am not feeling any symptoms associated with hyperthyroidism and am reluctant to go back to feeling cold/tired/foggy etc. like I did with TSH levels of 1.1 and higher.

[Annie98671]

Thank you for your comments. To answer your question, no I have not had any Free-T3 tests. I have only had TSH and Free-T4. What does the Free-T3 test reveal? I am also interested in any more information/source on automimmune diseases being a common factor in early perimenopause, etc?

[laura1967]

Since you have Hashimoto's, your doctor should be treating you by symptoms not lab numbers, AS long as your not having any adverse symptoms. Have you had a free T3 test done?
You are lucky you feel so good...I would push to stay with same dosage if you feel good. Just be sure to keep eye out for palps, etc.
Autoimmune diseases is a common factor in early perimenopause, etc.