Subclinical Hypothyroidism

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by Mary J. Shomon

• While some doctors believe that TSH levels of 5 to 25 are not usually accompanied by symptoms, many patients actually suffer substantial symptoms at these levels
• The level of 5 as a bottom “cutoff” is actually being questioned
• Using the TSH of 5 as a bottom cutoff, it’s estimated that on average, approximately 8% or women and 4% of men are subclinically hypothyroid
• The risks of untreated subclinical hypothyroidism include: increased risk of heart attack and atherosclerosis; increased risk of miscarriage; etc.
• Most practitioners believe that most patients with subclinical hypothyroidism should be treated

More detailed information on subclinical hypothyroidism can be found at Frequently Asked Questions About Subclinical Hypothyroidism.

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