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Would not being on the right thyroid dose make me lose hair?

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Dr. Darrell Herrington answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Yes: If thyroid is too low, hair loss, fatigue, dry skin, and constipation are among the consequences.

Answered 5/8/2013

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