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61yo/fem diagnosed hypothyroid, only symptoms falling hair, bloatg and slightly high ldl cholestrol, is it okay if i never start levo? i feel alright

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Dr. Matt Wachsman answered

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Cannot say: cannot say in your particular case, but generally, the symptoms get progressively worse. There isn't that much of a consequence of waiting until the symptoms of hypothyroidism get worse and delaying treatment. Weight gain is one of the only progressive problems with not treating immediately.

Answered 10/17/2015

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A member asked:

61yo/fem diagnosed hypothyroid, only symptoms falling hair, bloatg and slightly high ldl cholestrol, is it okay if i never start levo? i feel alright

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