Re: Question about thyroid testing

[Guest guest]

Hi again Patty and all,

I have already been diagnosed with hypothyroidism based on my TSH,

T3, and T4 and symptoms. I have been taking Armour and the doctor

wants to retest my levels. I am seeing the doctor this Thursday for

the repeat testing to see if the TSH, T3, and T4 have changed. Since

I already have the diagnosis, I was wondering if it is still

worthwhile to get the other antibodies tests that Patty mentioned

below, or is that not necessary since I already have the diagnosis of

hypo and am already taking Armour.

Thanks,

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> > Patty I had my thryroid check last june 5 months after noticing

hair

> loss. All tests were nornal

[Guest guest]

,

The antibody tests should be taken because you will want to know if

your condition is an autoimmune condition or not.

Though the treatment is the same, Autoimmunity presents additional

concerns that you should be aware of. Those with autoimmune

conditions are more susceptible to other autoimmune conditions, and to

more fluctuations in the thyroid.

Patty

> > >

> > > Patty I had my thryroid check last june 5 months after noticing

> hair

> > loss. All tests were nornal

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