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Are people with hyperthyroidism overweight?
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yes: Very often they are. Although metabolism is increased (burning more calories), hunger is also increased and often dominates, so many people are "paradoxically' overweight.
Answered 7/13/2015
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No They Loose Weight: People with Hyperthyroidism usually loose weight due to increased metabolism Patients with Hypothyroid gain weight
Answered 7/15/2016
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