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A member asked:

I have sudden left chest pains cause of untreated hyperthyroid. i do self treat and take methimazole, do you reckon i should increase or decrease dose?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Dr eval: You need to be followed by a physician who will monitor & titrate your medications.

Dr Chuu agreed

Answered 10/24/2017

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