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Is 650 mcg of iodine too much to supplement with and could it cause enlarged thyroid?
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IodineSupplement: Chronic use of Iodine supplement can cause Hypothyroidism,thyrotoxicosis,and higher risk of thyroid cancer.Can cause thyroid enlargement rarely Can irritate stomach.Can cause fever,rapid heart beat and Congstive Heart Failure Most adults need 200 microgram of Iodine every day and 1 Teaspoonful of iodised salt contains 400micrograms of Iodine
Answered 5/2/2015
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