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Can the puffy face of a hypothyroid woman disappear temporarily for a month after termination of pregnancy?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Unclear: Hypothyroidism if well treated should not cause a puffy face. Termination of pregnancy has no relationship.

Dr Shahzad agreed

Answered 4/20/2015

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A member asked:

Can the puffy face of a hypothyroid woman disappear temporarily for a month after termination of pregnancy?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Dr Shahzad agreed

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