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3 months of dex & cyclo for myeloma. severe thyroid prob tsh high t4 low. hypocalcemic also. no change in dose. are the 2 related? thyroidectomy 2013

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Dr. David Sneid answered

Your low: thyroid levels are much more likely due to your prior thyroid surgery. Check w/your doctor and begin BRAND NAME T4 replacement up to a level that normalizes your lab values.

Answered 1/23/2015

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A member asked:

3 months of dex & cyclo for myeloma. severe thyroid prob tsh high t4 low. hypocalcemic also. no change in dose. are the 2 related? thyroidectomy 2013

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. David Sneid answered

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