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A member asked:

My thyroid was too high so they cut my meds in half. i lost 15lbs. blood recheck is normal now. i am not regaining back the weight i lost. concerned?

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Thyroid: Stop taking your meds for a week and see what changes occur. If you feel OK have your doctor re-order your thyroid labs. Once that is available the doctor will decide what is best for you. If you cannot tolerate a week without your thyroid see your doctor earlier.

Answered 1/24/2015

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