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My TSH - 5.96, free T3 - 2.49, free T4 - 0.76, Age 33.Do I need thyroid medicine?

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Hello Doctor, Free TSH 5.96, freeT3 2.49, freeT4 0.76. Age 33 years.

Symptoms - weight gain, depression, late periods since second delivery and 2 years back. Do I need thyroid medicine?
Answered by Dr. Sruti Chandrasekaran

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Dr. Sruti Chandrasekaran is an experienced Diabetologist and Endocrinologist specializing in diabetes management, thyroid disorders, and hormonal imbalances across all age groups. She is dedicated to providing comprehensive, personalized care with a focus on long-term health and well-being. Dr. Sruti combines clinical expertise with a patient-centric approach to effectively manage endocrine conditions and improve quality of life.

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Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com.

I would like to know when was this thyroid test done?

This seems to be a very mild thyroid dysfunction.

Does anyone in your family have thyroid problem? I would recommend you to consult an endocrinologist online to go for some more testing (like thyroid antibodies and repeat thyroid function test) and initiate thyroid medication if necessary.

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Published At October 14, 2014
Reviewed At March 5, 2025

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Sruti Chandrasekaran is an experienced Diabetologist and Endocrinologist specializing in diabetes management, thyroid disorders, and hormonal imbalances across all age groups. She is dedicated to providing comprehensive, personalized care with a focus on long-term health and well-being. Dr. Sruti combines clinical expertise with a patient-centric approach to effectively manage endocrine conditions and improve quality of life.

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Professional Bio:

Dr. Sruti Chandrasekaran is an experienced Diabetologist and Endocrinologist specializing in diabetes management, thyroid disorders, and hormonal imbalances across all age groups. She is dedicated to providing comprehensive, personalized care with a focus on long-term health and well-being. Dr. Sruti combines clinical expertise with a patient-centric approach to effectively manage endocrine conditions and improve quality of life.

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