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I take lithium and levothyroxine and got a ct with iv radioiodine on 8/7. since then, i have had a warm flush face and "full" feeling on my neck. ?

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Dr. Rex Mahnensmith answered

Iodine: Iodine infusion can trigger a thyroid response with release of hormone. Is more likely if hyperthyroid state exists. Let your endo doc know.

Dr Weisman agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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A member asked:

I take lithium and levothyroxine and got a ct with iv radioiodine on 8/7. since then, i have had a warm flush face and "full" feeling on my neck. ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Rex Mahnensmith answered

Dr Weisman agreed

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