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Will depression medicines cause hypothyroidism?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Specific: There are many types of antidepressants. Please re-ask and let us know specific medication you are concerned about. Thanks.

Answered 12/8/2018

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