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If my thyroid gland was taken out 44 years ago, never took meds, do i have to start taking them now?
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Check blood levels: You had your thyroid removed at age 2? That is unusual. If you have gone all these years without thyroid meds it may be because substantial thyroid tissue was left behind. Your need for thyroid meds will depend on your thyroid blood levels. If normal, you are fine.
Answered 4/21/2013
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