How acurate is the test for hypothyroidism?

josie_lam

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It is quite common for women in my family to suffer from hypothyroidism, I often get tested but each time it comes back as negative.

I gained something like 30 lbs in the last year or so, I'm often tired, and depressed (even when I sleep 8-10 hours), I have muscle cramps, joint pain, and an irregular menstrual cycle. All of which are symptoms of hypothyroidism...not to mention that I feel like I'm getting dummer and dummer...

the month of May has been really stressful, but I've been feeling weak since june 2008.

Could it be possible to have hypothyroidism but not know it because the tests are not 100% reliable?
 
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