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I need thyroid medicine to help. how does it affect homeostasis. anyone know?

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Restore balance : Homeostasis means balance, a steady state, "normalcy" in a way. If your thyroid hormone levels are abnormal, taking medication will restore homeostasis from that perspective.

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Answered 11/28/2017

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