I have been taking 1200mcg of Nascent Iodine 3 times a day and have a TSH 5.3 ulU/ml that
10/25/09
has just been tested in my blood test. My doctor says I am destroying my Thyroid and I should stop taking it. I read here that 5.3 means I need to take more, is that a correct interpetation of what I read? Is there another cause for a high TSH?
Monday, October 26, 2009
Hi Blueyes,
The normal reference range for thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) is 0.5 - 5.0. TSH levels greater than 5.0 indicate potential hypothyroidism. I recommend working with your physician to determine an appropriate treatment plan. Here are two link you may wish to review:
All the best,
Lisa Nelson RD
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