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How Long Is Levothyroxine Intake Advisable For Hypothyroidism?
My Dr. says I have Hypothroid, I have no symptoms such as sluggish, tired, other than normal , for a 69 year old. I have been on levithroxin for over a year and I see no difference than before medication. Should I get a second oppinion? I work in the yard all day and make dinner at night and go to bed around 11 p.m. and still keep going. What are the most common symptoms? I really don t like taking more medication than I need, so please help with answers.Thank you in advance for your assistance.Patricia Bell
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once u r diagnosed as hypothyroid, u need to take medication life long .
but dosage may be altered .
if u stop , that leads to complications,ur blood pressure looses its control and further effects on heart
but dosage may be altered .
if u stop , that leads to complications,ur blood pressure looses its control and further effects on heart
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