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I have hypothyroidism since my teens (20 years on levothyroxine). i have remained exhausted battling my weight and digestive issues. could t3 (liothyronine) help?

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? Thyroid?: You monitor a person's thyroid function by checking their thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH). You can be tired and overweight for myriad reasons totally unrelated to your thyroid. Discuss with your MD.

Answered 8/2/2015

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A member asked:

I have hypothyroidism since my teens (20 years on levothyroxine). i have remained exhausted battling my weight and digestive issues. could t3 (liothyronine) help?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Charles Gordon answered

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