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My mom has hypothyroid for 5 yrs and taking thyronom tab with freq checkups. she has very worst right leg swelling, no dr could solve this- need solut?

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See below: These are symtoms that need to be evaluated thoroughly your physician. He/she will be able to discuss his/her findings and suggest a plan.

Answered 10/28/2012

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Dr. Su Fairchild answered

Specializes in Integrative Medicine

DVT?: Has she been checked for a dvt? Is she taking too much salt? Are her lymphatics not draining well? At the least she should get a venous doppler of her leg. Perhaps also check uterus by ultrasound to make sure it is not pressing on a blood vessel.

Answered 10/31/2012

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