Quote Originally Posted by SlimmerMe
Hi~ As all agree above LOW thyroid. You mentioned your doc prescribed Synthroid and said to come back in a few months? Perhaps a month or a bit longer but to wait for a few months? Try not to wait much longer if possible. And if you want to monitor yourself to see if the synthroid is working, then you might consider doing so. Some people do not do well on just T4 alone. Synthroid is supposed to convert to T3 but does not do so for many people. And if this is the case, then try to get a script for both t3/t4 like armour or equivalent. Personally I do much better on the combo. Ideally you want your TSH level to be under 2. Remember TSH is read inversely.

Also you might want to get a TPO positive test which will show if you are already in the Hashimoto range.

Best part? You are being pro-active. Just keep monitoring since your thyroid levels are not something to mess around with.

Good luck!
Spot on Slimmer! TSH under 2 is ideal. What are your thoughts on ideal T3 & T4 labs?