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What to do if i'm 16 and my doctor says i have hyperthyroid. is that normal for people my age?
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Several options: There are different types of hyperthyroidism, some self-limited and require only supportive care, and others lasting indefinitely and needing definitive treatment. If you're 16, your body will usually tolerate hyperthyroidism rather well. Treatment options include pills that block thyroid function or radioactive iodine; surgery to remove the thyroid is almost never indicated for hyperthyroidism.
Answered 9/28/2016
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