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Can taking too much synthroid (thyroxine) cause a persistent low grade fever (just over 100 f for months, no illness but fatigue and sleeping more than usual)?

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Dr. Quang Nguyen answered

Specializes in Endocrinology

Yes: hyperthyroidism can increase body temperature. Get your level check to see if you are indeed hyperthyroid.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 9/10/2017

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A member asked:

Can taking too much synthroid (thyroxine) cause a persistent low grade fever (just over 100 f for months, no illness but fatigue and sleeping more than usual)?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Quang Nguyen answered

Dr Fowler agreed

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