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2018-03-19 11:16:16
Good day, I have to stop taking my thyroid medications next week in preparation for a whole-body scan. However, I am very terrified of a myxedema coma! Please advise.
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HELLO, U R HYPOTHYROID OR WHAT? NAME OF MEDICINE? ANYWAY, DON'T WORRY AS U R UNDER GUIDANCE OF DOCTOR.OK.

Answered2018-03-19 13:03:14

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What dose of thyroid medication are u on currently ?

Answered2018-03-19 11:32:34

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