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Hypothyroid, taking synthroid, (thyroxine) tsh good but have lost 3/4 of my hair. feel better & don't lose hair with t3/t4 combo. do some people need t3?

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Please see: Please see your dermatologist for evaluation and to discuss treatment options. Even with hormone replacement can still have hair loss.

Answered 6/9/2014

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