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Good day. i had half of my thyroid removed more than 5 years ago and all my tests is good. i'm taking eltroxin. i have water retention very badly. what can cause this?

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Dr. Richard Zimon answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

There are many: possible reasons for your fluid retention but your thyroid history is not! Hope this is helpful! Dr Z

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Answered 8/29/2019

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Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

Need to examine: It is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion without additional history, physical examination and may be some tests. Try reducing your salt intake.

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A member asked:

Good day. i had half of my thyroid removed more than 5 years ago and all my tests is good. i'm taking eltroxin. i have water retention very badly. what can cause this?

5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Richard Zimon answered

Dr Rhoads and 2 doctors agreed

Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

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