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I gained 10 pounds right after giving birth, i ended up losing the 10 pounds few months later. i also have dry skin & when i scratch, redness appears & skin writing.no constipation. could this be hypothyroidism symptoms?ive always had normal thyroid?

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Specializes in Endocrinology

Hypothyroidism: Not likely Blood tests will tell.

Answered 2/17/2021

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A member asked:

I gained 10 pounds right after giving birth, i ended up losing the 10 pounds few months later. i also have dry skin & when i scratch, redness appears & skin writing.no constipation. could this be hypothyroidism symptoms?ive always had normal thyroid?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Clarence Grim answered

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