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If i have a strong family history of thyroid problems what can i do to prevent getting thyroid issues?

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Dr. Samuel Freedman answered

Thyroid: Have different parents! it's pretty much too late to prevent, but you can closely monitor for it by lab testing.

Answered 8/21/2012

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A member asked:

If i have a strong family history of thyroid problems what can i do to prevent getting thyroid issues?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Samuel Freedman answered

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