Hypothyroidism in 80% of cases is accompanied by a sufficient amount of hormones in the blood (T3 and T4). Therefore, an increase in TSH is not always an indication for the appointment and use of a hormonal drug (Eutirox or L-thyroxin). Hypothyroidism (early development) is not at all a "diminished thyroid function." On the contrary, it is moderately enhanced activity of the thyroid gland as a result of its stimulation of the TSH and the nervous system.
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Clinical examples of hypothyroidism
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Example 1. Small hypothyroidism with a normal amount of hormones. Diagnostic signs.
Example 2. Small hypothyroidism. About indications for hormonal drugs.
Example 3. Small hypothyroidism. Comment on the Forum. Causes of errors.
Example 4. Significant hypothyroidism with decompensation. An example of recovery in our clinic.
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