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Can you be heavy while having hyperthyroidism ?

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Dr. Quang Nguyen answered

Specializes in Endocrinology

Yes: Even though your metabolism is higher during hyperthyroidism, you are expending more energy and can be more hungry. If you act on the impulse, you can gain weight even with hyperthyroidism.

Answered 5/2/2014

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