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I had my tsh (thyroid stimulating hormone) test and the value came out to be 5.42 within units reference range of 0.3 - 5.5 and I am just 20 years old. Is it bad for me? And what precautions should I take?
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Do control it with iodised salt.
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If it is in range then nothing to worry.
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The normal range of TSH levels is 0.4 to 4.0 milli-international units per litre. You have hypothyroidism and it can occur in young age and need medication
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