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When you've had thyroid labs, do you actually know what was tested and where your results fell in the range? Did you just have TSH and T4 tested or did you also test antibodies? Autoimmune thyroid illness, like other AI disorders, tends to flare. If you are getting thyroid labs checked when you aren't having symptoms, you may get within normal limits findings. Having the antibodies testing shows if, even if your thyroid is fine, you will have decline in function at some point in your life. Since you see a GI, what tests has he specifically checked? SED and CRP?
Have you had an ANA? Considered seeing a rheumatologist since you have swelling/inflammation?View Thread







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