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I have lost 6 lbs in a week &2 lbs in one day, is this normal? no exercise &i'm eating.hot at night too, takin ice pack to bed every night. ideas?
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Thyroid needs test: This is an excessive amount of weight loss and the heat intolerance suggests that your thyroid may be overactive. I would see your primary doctor and let them know your symptoms and ask to see if your thyroid function should be checked.
Answered 3/24/2013
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