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  • 30 Years
  • 31/03/2021

Will I lose weight once I start taking thyroid medication?

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

Dr. Dr Khaleel Suggests...

Consult a Endocrinologist

Answered 04/07/2025

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