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OscarM
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I had the isthmus on my thyroid removed on September 16th.  I am feeling okay I think.

 

I have been told I should get a TSH blood test to see whether or not I will need some hormone supplements.

 

A question:

 

Does anyone know how long I should I wait for after the surgery to go and get the TSH test.

 

I am going away at the end of this week and I was thinking of have the blood TSH test done on October 16th.

 

Shouod I wait longer before taking the test?

 

 

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    Hi OscarM,

     

    We have communicated before. I had my TSH test approx 5 weeks after my right thyroid was removed. I waited until I received my operation results (that was 4 weeks in my case) and asked the surgeon then, about whether I should get a TSH test now or wait longer. He suggested to get it done. I was feeling fine too and my TSH came back normal even with only half a thyroid, so no medication needed. I will get checked again in 6 months to see if that changes and then go onto the annual register to check TSH levels.  

     

    I would just book your appointment if you can get one, then your mind is at ease before you go away. 

     

    :-) 

     

  • Offline in reply to Giloo

    Thank you very much for this.

     

    I find this response very helpful.

     

    All the best,

     

    O

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