Elevated TSH in women. Causes and treatment of the consequences

In most cases, elevated thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) in the results of the analysis shows the development of serious diseases in humans. Provoke the hormone level changes in women can be numerous reasons.

The first patient is advised to undergo a full examination and see a doctor endocrinologist, if there are characteristic symptoms. It is crucial to begin treatment to prevent possible complications and negative consequences for the organism.

Function and role of the TSH hormone in the body women

Thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) is an active substance which is responsible for the production of the brain. It monitors the correct operation of the thyroid gland, supports real exchange.

Elevated levels TTG indicates a reduction of thyroid hormones (thyroxine and triiodothyronine). TSH stimulates the body to produce more of the active substances. Elevated hormone levels, in contrast, reduces the effect of TSH on the thyroid gland.

Thyrotropin supports the following functions of the body:

• protein synthesis;
• production of vitamin A;
• motility control in the gastrointestinal tract;
• the functioning of the central nervous system, its growth and development;
• support energy balance in the female body;
• intake of iodine into the thyroid gland of the blood cells;
• accelerated development of phospholipids and nucleic acids.

Thyroid stimulating hormone has been actively involved in the work of the cardiovascular system, it affects the menstrual cycle. For its production meet specific hypothalamic nuclei (neurosecretory). They control the level of hormones in the blood. If necessary, isolated active compounds, to stimulate or retard the process of production thyrotropin.

TSH norm in women by age, pregnancy and hepatitis B

There is a certain rate of the number of thyroid-stimulating hormone in the blood of women, depending on their age or situation:

Age	TSH Level (mU / L)
Newborns	1,1-17,0
5-14 years	0,4-5,0
14-25 years	0,6-4,5
25-60 years	0,4-4,0
60 years	0,5-8,0
During pregnancy planning	2,5
baby Incubation	0,2-3,5

During pregnancy, the TSH values ​​vary, since there is enhanced functioning of the thyroid gland. Thyroxine is involved in the physiological development of the organs and systems of the fetus.

The level of thyroid-stimulating hormone changes throughout the entire period of gestation baby:

Pregnancy	The level of TSH (mIU / l)
1 term	0,3-2,5
2 trimester	0,5-4,6
3 trimester	0,8-5,2

Day and night, the level of thyroid-stimulating hormone in the human body is also changing. The maximum concentration observed in the period from 2 to 4 am. The minimum performance at 6pm. The level of TSH in women is influenced by bad habits, physical activity, emotional swings.

Causes of elevated TSH

Elevated TSH in women (causes changes in thyroid-stimulating hormone level will help determine the diagnosis) usually is the result of a serious illness. Rarely abnormalities are observed on the background of the effect of minor factors.

The most serious causes of increased TSH levels in women include the following sources:

Title	Description
Tumors	Malignant or benign tumors in the pituitary prevent it from functioning properly.
endocrine pathology	In most cases, on the background of hypothyroidism and decreased production of T3, T4 hypothyroidism develops.
Hashimoto's thyroiditis	Autoimmune pathology is accompanied by long-term inflammation of the thyroid gland.
Surgical intervention	After removal of the gall bladder, thyroid stimulating hormone level increases in the blood of women.
intoxication	Pathologic processes develop heavy metals (lead) on the back of strong poisoning.
iodine overabundance	Excessive intake of this element in the human body to provoke disturbances in the thyroid gland.
The genetic factor	Lack of sensitivity to the influence of the anterior pituitary thyroid-stimulating hormone.

Elevated TSH in women (it is important to establish the reasons for using an endocrinologist and medical diagnostics to to choose the most effective treatment) is also observed as a result of the operation failure adrenal. Pathological changes occur in severe forms of late toxicosis during gestation baby.

Signs of increasing hormone levels

Changing the concentration of TSH in the first days occurs without obvious symptoms. Complaints have no women, satisfactory condition. Prolonged increasing TSH concentration decreases thyroxine and triiodothyronine.

In this case, there are the following clinical signs:

• reduced performance, deteriorating overall health, there is a weakness in the body;
• woman hard to concentrate, memory is getting worse, it slows down the thinking process;
• disturbed sleep leads to increased irritability;
• periodically appears apathy towards the world;
• It is deteriorating appetite, and sometimes disappears altogether;
• It disrupted the functioning of the digestive system, nausea, vomiting, and constipation.

During the examination the doctor endocrinologist notes marked pathological changes:

• throughout the body swells the skin;
• body mass increases, chances of obesity;
• Body temperature is continuously lowered;
• skin become pale tint.

When the clinical signs it is crucial to see a doctor to determine the cause of pathological changes and to establish an accurate diagnosis. Correctly chosen treatment increases the chances of a full recovery without causing serious complications.

Elevated levels after removal of the thyroid gland

After removal of the thyroid hormone synthesis thyritropic stops completely. The pituitary gland produces TSH, to restore the level of iodine-containing hormones. The patient is prescribed to take medication for life. In the absence of replacement therapy increases the risk of thyroid coma.

Complication characterized by the following symptoms:

• selection of cold sweat;
• loss of consciousness, drowsiness, weakness;
• respiration becomes slow;
• muscle relaxants;
• deteriorates memory;
• disrupted kidney function;
• low body temperature.

Against the background of hypotension stretched intestine. Clinical symptoms appear gradually, if there is no treatment or therapy is properly matched. At risk are older women or those who have come climax.

Assay for determination of the hormone

Elevated TSH in women (causes of deviations will help identify a blood test) requires a diagnosis. Examination is necessary to evaluate the functioning of the endocrine system, which depends on the work activity of the entire organism.

Analyzes also possible to determine the state of the thyroid gland, the pituitary gland and the hypothalamus. Deviation indicators of thyroid-stimulating hormone from the norm indicates a failure in the reproductive, cardiovascular system. These results help the doctor endocrinologist choose the most effective treatment.

The rules of analysis, preparation

For the most accurate results endocrinologist recommends that adhere to certain rules of preparation and delivery of blood.

Namely:

• analysis is carried out in the morning on an empty stomach;
• the day before the procedure should avoid alcoholic beverages, smoking, and exercise;
• during the month prior to analysis should not take hormone preparations;
• a couple of days prior to the survey do not drink medicines that contain iodine;
• immediately before the procedure should rest for 20-30 minutes.

The accuracy of the results will ensure that all of these simple rules.

fence biomaterial

Blood for the studies take the right or the left vein in the elbow area. The frequency of the procedure determined by the attending physician endocrinologist, given the complexity of pathological processes.

Every year it is recommended to take a blood test to women who are at risk, especially after 50 years.

How to wait for the responses of the study? Decoding results

Establish an accurate diagnosis on the basis of the results can only be qualified endocrinologist. Norms of thyroid-stimulating hormone levels depend on the age of women, therefore decrypt the data will help the specialist.

How to bring back to normal hormone?

Treatment at elevated thyrotropin assigns endocrinologist after careful medical examination and based on the diagnosis. In most cases, the cause is the impaired functioning of the thyroid gland.

Given the degree of damage to pathological processes, patients prescribed special medicines to correct thyroid-stimulating hormone levels. Unless there are serious contraindications, application of folk remedies. It is also important to adhere to dietary and lifestyle change.

medication

Elevated TSH in women (the reasons will help determine the endocrinologist) is reduced by means of substitution drugs:

Title	application	Contraindications
"Levothyroxine"	The adult dosage is from 12.5 to 25 mg per day. The medicine is taken before a meal in 30 minutes.	acute myocardial infarction; hyperthyroidism; idiosyncrasy.
"Tireotom"	Adults are recommended to start treatment with 1 tablet. Every 2-4 weeks the dosage is increased by 1 tab. Take medication for a long time for 30 minutes before eating.	acute myocarditis; impaired functioning of the adrenal glands; Hypersensitivity to the components.
"Bagotiroks"	The drug is taken in the morning before a meal in 30 minutes on 1 tab.	hyperthyroidism; acute myocardial infarction; adrenocortical insufficiency.

In rare situations, in the absence of positive dynamics after the use of drugs to the patient suggest surgery.

ethnoscience

There are numerous recipes sorcerers and healers, which affect the level of thyroid-stimulating hormone. But the use of traditional medicine should discuss with your doctor the endocrinologist.

Restore the concentration of thyrotropin help the following recipes:

Title	Recipe	application
herbal	Mix in equal proportions parsley, turnip flowers and cocklebur. Pour 1 tbsp obtained by collecting hot water (200 ml). The resulting mass is put in a water bath, warming 10-15 min. Cool and drain thoroughly.	Before use, the broth should be diluted with a liquid. It is recommended to take the medicine 1 tbsp 3 r. per day. The course of treatment lasts 2-3 weeks.
Tincture of beet juice	Fresh nectar (100 ml) was mixed with vodka (200 ml), left for 2 days.	Tincture take 20-30 mL of 3 r. a day with water. The course of treatment is 14 g.
herbal teas	Mix equal amounts chamomile, yarrow, Echinops root, rosehips and chicory. Pour 1 tbsp. hot water, infuse and drain.	The medicine is recommended to drink 3 p. per day.

Elevated TSH in women helps reduce tea with dandelion, chamomile, rosehip, St. John's wort or celandine. Therapy is carried out comprehensively, some traditional recipes will not help to restore the thyroid gland and remove the causes of pathological processes. Do not engage in self-treatment as a high probability cause serious complications.

Diet

A slight increase in thyroid stimulating hormone can restore proper nutrition.

endocrinologist recommends adding the following foods in the diet:

• chicken;
• tofu;
• beans;
• whole grains, nuts, seeds can be added to salads;
• fruits and vegetables.

Recommended daily use laminaria, it contains iodine. A low level of vitamin D associated with impaired thyroid function. It is recommended to add foods to the diet to its content or every morning comes the sun (20-30 minutes).

Lifestyle

During treatment, it is important to not only remember the doctor's advice, but also to maintain a healthy lifestyle:

• abandon the strong physical and emotional stress;
• eliminate bad habits (alcohol, cigarettes).

Regular and moderate exercise a positive effect on metabolism. It is enough to deal with every day for 30 minutes. They soften the adverse effects on the background of impaired thyroid function. Help cope with fatigue, depression and prevent weight gain. You can run or ride a bike.

Reduce the level of stress and anxiety can help hobbies (painting, knitting, painting). Emotional stress can be eliminated with the help of breathing exercises or yoga.

Effects

Lack of medical care at an elevated TSH in women leads to serious complications:

Title	Description
Skin and hair	Redness or swelling of the skin. In most cases, the pathological processes affect the foot and lower leg. Hair starts to fall, even intensified therapy does not stop the process.
reproductive system	Against the backdrop of a long elevated TSH in women there is a failure of ovulation. The egg ripens, but she is not able to fertilize. There are also no facilities for artificial implantation. High levels of thyroid-stimulating hormone leads to secondary infertility.
The heart and vessels	Complications on the background of increased TSH include tachycardia (atrial fibrillation) and congestive heart failure. The ability of the heart to pump enough blood decreases. It increases the likelihood of thrombosis, hypoxia, blood stagnation, atherosclerosis.
Vision	Swell and redden the eyes, increased sensitivity to light. In the eyes of double vision, blurred image. Lack of treatment provokes complete loss of vision.
Nervous system	Consistently high levels of thyroid stimulating hormone triggers a malfunction of the central nervous system. Woman becomes irritable, lost interest in life, there are frequent mood swings and depression.

Complication of an elevated TSH in women is also a thyrotoxic crisis. Clinical symptoms intensified (fever, rapid pulse). In this situation, the patient needs urgent medical attention.

Treatment of hormonal imbalance is exclusively endocrinologist. Elevated TSH in women requires a properly chosen therapy with synthetic drugs. It is important to identify factors that inhibit or activate the thyroid gland. Without medical care pathological processes will progress and provoke serious consequences.

Registration of the article: Lozinski Oleg

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