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Can hypothyroidism be associated with mild hair loss? i take my 125 of levrothroxine 5 days wk. would taking on weekends to help this ? is it age ?

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Hypothyroidism: Hair loss can be associated with hypothyroidism along with many other seemingly diverse symptoms. The best follow-up is monitoring the TSH levels, along with symptoms. Resist self-adjusting dosages without good measurements and your doctor's advice.

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Answered 10/10/2015

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