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Dx'd hypothyroid (tsh 28,negative antibodies) at 10y/o and on levothyroxine since. tested again and still neg antibodies. what could be cause of hypo?

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Dr. Randy Baker answered

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Many possibilities: Hypothyroidism is very common but in most cases the cause isn't known. There are many possible causes.There are genetic tendencies and it's also related to iodine deficiencies and exposure to many environmental toxins including fluoride, BPA, pesticides, a diet high in goitrogenic foods etc. It is difficult to determine in an individual case. See http://tinyurl.com/p4p3fvj & my comment:

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Answered 5/3/2015

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A member asked:

Dx'd hypothyroid (tsh 28,negative antibodies) at 10y/o and on levothyroxine since. tested again and still neg antibodies. what could be cause of hypo?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Randy Baker answered

Dr Minich agreed

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