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A member asked:

I have a problem since birth where i overheat almost all of the time and i sweat a lot more than normal, and i mean, a lot. what is this?

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Dr. John Moy answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Head trauma: Did you have a head trauma at birth. This is usually due to a Thyroid issue. See your primary physician or an endocrinologist to check your thyroid function. If all is well, you need to find a QRA Practitioner to fine where your head trauma was.

Answered 5/29/2016

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