My TSH level was 0.14 my Dr. took my off synthroid completely, is that safe?
Question posted by imlovinglife on 10 April 2010
Last updated on 25 April 2010 by suzanne66
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suzanne66
25 April 2010
Its confusing but in general a low TSH level means an overactive thyroid or hyperthyroidism. (Normal TSH range is from around 0.5 to 5.5)
Your doctor will either withdraw or reduce your thyroid medication.
This link explains the process well.
http://thyroid.about.com/od/thyroidbasicsthyroid101/a/confusion.htm
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