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What should you do with untreated hypothyroidism?
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Take thyroxine.: Thyroxine is a natural means of treating hypothyroidism and is mandatory if good health is the goal.
Answered 4/29/2013
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Treat it: It won't get better, and you won't get any better, unless it's treated appropriately with brand name thyroxine replacement that your doctor checks on a regular basis to make sure the dose is correct.
Answered 4/29/2013
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