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Newborn Thyroid ( TSH levels)
Hi Doctor,
I would like to clarify on newborn Thyroid levels. It's a 13 day baby now.
3rd day:
TSH - 22 ( didn't check T3, T4 levels).
Started on Elyroxyn ( Thyroxin 25 mcg) daily.
13th day:
Rechecked the levels. ( Attached this report).
TSH - 0.88
Free T3 - 4.14
Free T4 - 2.01
Need help. How can TSH levels drastically change from 22 to 0.88 within 10 days of hormone replacement Eltroxin medication?.
We have a review of these latest test results with the doctor next Tuesday. Should we still continue the medicine?. Worried if it leads to hyperthyroidism. Or is it normal for TSH level to drastically reduce after starting the medicine?. Thanks.
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Dr. Tangade Vishal Bhanudas
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Visit physically to nearby pediatrician.
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Dr. Bhatt Vivek Prafulchandra
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Consult to Pediatrician physically for further evaluation and treatment
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Dr. Priya Daswani
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10 yrs exp
Nagpur
Hello,along with tsh,t3 ,t4 is also important..if value of tsh has decreased then we have to adjust the dose accordingly… Value of tsh can decrease if eltroxin is started…repeat test are usually done after 3 months..kindly consult in detail for further opinion.
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Dr. Saurodip Maity
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Bangalore
Please book a formal consultation. As we require more history. With any of the ped consultants.
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