Hi there everyone,

I was a biomedical student, now I am a working as underwriter. With more exposures to medical knowledge, I began to suspect myself of hypothyroidism. As I did more research, it only fits my symptoms more and more. Those seemingly minor conditions (cold intolerance, fatigue, constipation, difficulties to lose weight, muscle cramps, thin fingernails & dry skin [which I didn't know was abnormal, I thought it just varies with each individuals], not depressed but I am pessimist, with mood swings; all those symptoms adds up could actually be a diagnosis. Of course, self diagnosing and treating is bad. So, after more research and googling and reading, I finally took the courage to go see doctor in a clinic to know for sure. Had a blood test, last week. Result came back. As I expected, I have slightly elevated TSH but normal T3 and T4. Well, as it was slightly out, doctor just told me "You are normal, don't worry". I just smiled. How can I be normal if I can figure out by myself that I have subclinical hypothyroidism. If I am normal, I wont even suspect myself of having thyroid problem and definitely wont ask specifically for TFT =.= maybe It IS~ borderline high. Not significant enough to alert the doctor but I am definitely NOT perfectly normal.

My questions are simple. Sorry I wrote so long and haven't get to my point yet. My questions are, do I need to get really sick or till it's too late to get a treatment? Will all doctors treat subclinical hypo as normal and just let them go? Should I get second opinion or seek specialist advise? Not that I want to be sick or hoping a doctor will say I am sick (like I am mentally ill, wishing to get sick), but if I am, and treatment can make me feel better (esp fatigue, cold intolerance, constipation, hopefully lose weight too), it will definitely make my life better.

Since my day 1 working, everyone was laughing or joking with me, or questioning me why do I wear such thick jacket and even gloves as if it's north pole at my desk whereas the girl sitting beside me even turned on her mini usb fan coz its warm. It was such a contra. Tropical island and north pole 1 meter apart. I usually just laugh it off. Now I can answer them (I think). However, if everyone assures me otherwise; that slightly elevated TSH is normal, coupled with my symptoms, they are still normal. Then, I will give it a rest and stand corrected. Will not keep thinking about it, torturing myself, will not self diagnose myself any further too. Please advise. >.<

Thanks.

Thanks for such the prompt reply.
I would like to know, how much does consultation of a specialist costs? If specialist also thinks I'm fine, I will be paying only consultation fee right?
What if he/she decides I should try treatment? Will I be given prescription immediately? Will I have a bill shock? >.<
The nearest hospital to my house is Sunway. But Prince Court is just around the corner near my office. Which 1 better?