Posted by Noa on August 7, 2001, at 11:55:14
In reply to TSH hormone, posted by Sigolène on August 6, 2001, at 9:00:58
For lots more info, see the thyroid and depression folder (link toward top of psychobabble page above), where you will find links to info on things like what tests to get, how to understand them, different treatment options, etc.
Sigolene, just to clarify, you wouldn't be adding TSH, but one or both of the thyroid hormones (T3 and/or T4). The TSH, as Bill L. explained, is how low or high thyroid function is usually detected.
Caveat--sometimes the TSH is "within normal limits" but you can be hypothyroid or subclinically hypothyroid. Depending on the doctor, this could be an issue, as many rely too literally on the normal ranges and ignore the fact that it might not be normal for you.
Some people, btw, who have only the slightest elevation in TSH, benefit from thyroid hormone augmentation of their ADs (see Dr. Bob's tips link in thyroid and depression folder).
Good luck.
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