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I have hypothyroidism an have just found out i'm pregnant (5weeks approx). how soon should i up my dose of thyroxine?

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When the doc: Who is taking care of your thyroid tells u to, that doc should be following u with the appropriate blood work, so please make sure that doc know u are preg.

Answered 11/30/2013

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