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If i stop taking levothyroxine after iodine radiation will i die?
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Iodine radiation: Iodine radiation can be given to destroy the thyroid gland for problems with the gland. Usually throid hormone replacement is necessary to maintain health. Levothyroxine is one of the thyroid medications that can be given to maintain health and sustain life.
Answered 11/10/2012
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