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I haven't slept in 24 hours and even though i have hypothyroidism i have tightness in my throat what could it mean? only happens when i haven't slept.

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Dr. Natalie Geary answered

Hypothyroidism: Hypothyroid should make you more tired not insomnia. please check with your endocrinologist to review your meds and chck your throat. it says you are on metformin so please review with doc

Answered 4/2/2017

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A member asked:

I haven't slept in 24 hours and even though i have hypothyroidism i have tightness in my throat what could it mean? only happens when i haven't slept.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Natalie Geary answered

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