A 49‑year‑old woman has TSH 7.0 mIU/L (reference 0.4-4.0) with normal free T4. She has no symptoms, is not pregnant and has negative thyroid antibodie...

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A 49‑year‑old woman has TSH 7.0 mIU/L (reference 0.4-4.0) with normal free T4. She has no symptoms, is not pregnant and has negative thyroid antibodies. What is the most appropriate management?

Accepted Answer

Repeat thyroid function tests in 3-6 months without starting treatment

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Commence levothyroxine immediately

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Start carbimazole

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Arrange urgent endocrine referral and thyroid ultrasound

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Commence high‑dose iodine supplementation

au-amc MCQ (SBA): Subclinical hypothyroidism treatment decision

A 49‑year‑old woman has TSH 7.0 mIU/L (reference 0.4-4.0) with normal free T4. She has no symptoms, is not pregnant and has negative thyroid antibodies. What is the most appropriate management?