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What are reasons why thyroid problems always happen in women ?

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Dr. Aaron Pardini answered

Thyroid: Most thyroid disorders are caused by autoimmune processes which are more common in women. Unfortunately it is still not know why this is.

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Answered 5/15/2014

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