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What is the Optimal TSH Level for Thyroid Patients?

By Mary Shomon, About.com Guide

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SOURCE

Gursoy A, et. al. "Which thyroid-stimulating hormone level should be sought in hypothyroid patients under L-thyroxine replacement therapy?" Int J Clin Pract. 2006 Jun;60(6):655-9

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Mary Shomon, About.com's Thyroid Guide since 1997, is a nationally-known patient advocate and best-selling author of 10 books on health, including "The Thyroid Diet: Manage Your Metabolism for Lasting Weight Loss," "Living Well With Hypothyroidism: What Your Doctor Doesn't Tell You...That You Need to Know," "Living Well With Graves' Disease and Hyperthyroidism," "Living Well With Autoimmune Disease," "Living Well With Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Fibromyalgia," and the "Thyroid Guide to Fertility, Pregnancy and Breastfeeding Success." Click here for more information on Mary Shomon.
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