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Here is some basic info:
A lot of thyroid disease gets missed with a basic panel – TSH and Free T4. If someone has symptoms of low thyroid – difficulty losing weight, fatigue, menstrual changes, hair loss, brittle nails, dry skin, poor digestion – I will run a comprehensive thyroid panel including TSH, Free T4, Free T3, Total T4, Total T3, reverse T3, TPO antibodies, Thyroglobulin antibodies and iodine.
High thyroid function looks the opposite but can still be problematic – menstrual issues, weight loss, rapid heart rate, irritability, GI upset, reproductive issues. In addition to the above labs, TSI antibodies can also be run.
It is very important to get a proper diagnosis if you suspect you have a thyroid condition. Unfortunately, the basic labs miss a lot of early or subclinical disease and then patients continue to suffer without answers. If you feel like something is off, talk to your doctor. If you are not getting answers, keep asking or get a second opinion. I highly recommend finding a holistic practitioner like a naturopathic doctor, functional medicine doctor or other qualified healthcare provider who will take your concerns seriously. Remember, I am here to help! Drop any questions below!
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