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My mom has had hypothyroidism that was found 20 years ago. since 2010 she's had what her doctors have guessed as ra and/or lupus. can this be genetic?

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Yes: There is a possibility of inheritance of any of these conditions although the risk is small.

Answered 10/10/2013

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