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Will i need to see an endocronologist if i am taking 88mg of synthroid (thyroxine)?
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Thyroid: Yes, definitely, so they can monitor your thyroid status.
Answered 7/7/2013
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You can see: An endocrinologist, but a good pcp should be able to manage a simple thyroid case such as this. It needs to be checked once/year if stable and continue brand name replacement only.
Answered 9/7/2013
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