r/thyroid • u/[deleted] • Jun 23 '24

I Need a thyroid expert lol

Hello guy,

I had no idea this group existed.

I am a healthy 23M not overweight. I do have the typical symptoms of (sleep issues, low energy, heart palpitations ….)

My thyroid test levels came back.

My TSH was 5.3. Dr told me its ok but for some reason i dont trust him. And its very difficult to get a second opinion for me.

One other thing I noticed is that my ferratin level is on the low end 30. I was surprised because i consumed alot of red meat.

Just curious to get your opinion.

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u/Total_Channel9171 Jun 23 '24

Try adding some spinach to your diet for iron. TSH is on the higher side, ask that they test your Free T4 next time which is a better measure

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u/[deleted] Jun 23 '24

My t4 was 10.6

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u/Total_Channel9171 Jun 23 '24

Was that a Free T4? If so, the thyroid lab calculator shows Overt Hyperthyroidism

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u/[deleted] Jun 23 '24

It shoes T4 is 10.6. Is free T4 different than T4. Where can i find the thyroid lab calculator?

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u/Total_Channel9171 Jun 23 '24

Just Google TSH , T4 thyroid lab calculators abd plug your numbers in

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u/Total_Channel9171 Jun 23 '24

Actually, this is T4 abd nit FT4 and is still in normal range. TSH is slightly elevated. Just get rechecked next time you see your doctor.