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Can steroid spinal shots cause low thyroid?

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Dr. Quang Nguyen answered

Specializes in Endocrinology

No: It does not cause hypothyroidism.

Answered 10/13/2012

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Can steroid spinal shots cause low thyroid?

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Dr. Quang Nguyen answered

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