Will I lose weight once I start taking thyroid medication?

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Dr Dr Khaleel Ur Rahim

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Hypothyroidism can cause weightgain and you start loosing weight with medication and physical activity

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Consult a Endocrinologist

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Answered 04/07/2025

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I'm really worried about my high diabetes levels. I haven't been taking any medication or injections. What should I do?

take medicine & consult doctor

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Hey, I'm a 24-year-old guy and I've noticed that I don't really have a beard or mustache, just a few follicles on my chin. I'm starting to wonder if this might be a testosterone issue. Is there anything I can do to fix it? Like, should I consider taking hormones or something?

There are many treatment for your concern of patchy beard,no nee to worry visit Dermatologist for apprpopriate management

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How to know if I have a Type 1 or Type 2 Diabetes?

The primary test used to diagnose both type 1 and type 2 diabetes is known as the A1C, or glycated hemoglobin, test.

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