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I have an underactive thyroid and have not had this under control for over 2 years my doctor has now increased my thyroxine to 325 micrograms a day..is this normal..i have been taking throxine for 16 years..i am having problems with my right elbow and num
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Hypothyroid.: Seems like a long time to adjust your dose. Although the dose seems large, it is not unheard of. There are many factors that interfere with absorption of the med so this could be related.
Answered 7/15/2015
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