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I've been losing a large amount of hair recently and i've been gaining weight. i watch my calorie intake and exercise regularly. why could this be?

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Dr. Lori Lange answered

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Endocrine Labs: You need a check up and labs. Hypothyroidism affects your metabolism. Need to send blood for lab evaluation.

Answered 8/24/2017

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A member asked:

I've been losing a large amount of hair recently and i've been gaining weight. i watch my calorie intake and exercise regularly. why could this be?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Lori Lange answered

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