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Please help! what happens if i don't take my hypothyroidism meds on a regular basis?

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Incompletely treated: Hi. Your doc adjusts your thyroid dose assuming you're taking it everyday. She/he will adjust it higher until your thyroid function is at goal. If you then start taking it everyday all of a sudden, it could make you hyperthyroid. Try to remember to take it - you might feel better! Good luck!

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Answered 7/7/2014

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