Myths vs facts: TSH and Wechseljahre

The provided context does not contain specific information on TSH and menopause. Based on general medical knowledge, TSH alone is not a reliable marker for thyroid function during menopause. Estrogen fluctuations can alter TSH levels, and inflammation (e.g., ferritin as an acute-phase reactant) can confound interpretation. A common myth is that a normal TSH rules out thyroid dysfunction – in fact, fT3, fT4, and antibodies should also be considered. Evidence is marked as unclear due to lack of context.