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TSH IS 8.5
Hi,
My TSH in latest report is showing 8.5 .
I had antibiotics for more than 20 days fo blood in mucus as advised by ENT.
In my previous test in Aug TSH was normal.
Could antibiotics be a reason for high TSH.
How to control it.?
No as such symtoms other than hairfall.
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Antibiotic is not responsible for high TSH level.
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Please repeat Thyroid profile after 6 wks.
Consult Endocrinologist/ physician in person for physical check up and needful action..if values are abnormal or you develop any symptoms.
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Antibiotics do not alter TSH . As it was with in normal range recently you can repeat the same after 6 months.Get T3&T4 along with TSH next time. No active intervention except recording your body weight once a month.
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Dr. Jaideep Gaver
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15 yrs exp
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