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Can hypothyroidism hair loss be reversed?

I'm 34 and have been dealing with hypothyroidism for about a year. One of the effects it has had on me is hair loss. Can this hair loss from hypothyroidism be reversed?
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How can I know if my thyroid is healthy?

I'm 35, and I would like to know the condition of my thyroid. I have thyroid disorders in my family history, and I want to know if I'm at risk of the same. What tests should...
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What are the treatment options for hypothyroidism?

I'm 40 years old, and I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism by my doctor just a few days ago. My doctor hasn't discussed the treatment options with me yet. How is this usually...
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Swollen eyelid. What do I do?

My eyelid is swollen with pink in it, like in the rest of my eye, and both my eyeballs are puffy and swollen. What do I do?
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Does being overweight make it harder for me to lose weight?

I'm pretty heavy and I'm only 27 years old. I want to lose some weight but I'm not sure how to go about it. Does being overweight make it harder for me to lose weight?
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How are thyroid evaluations performed?

I'm a 35 year old woman, and I believe that I have a thyroid issue because of my fatigue and my weight. How are thyroid evaluations performed?
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Does my son need to be on a special diet for diabetes?

My 14-year-old son was just diagnosed with type 1 diabetes, and it's really been a whirlwind of emotions since his diagnosis. He is starting to manage it with injections. But,...
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How long is a oral glucose tolerance test?

I'm 35, and I'm going to have an oral glucose tolerance test next week. How long should I expect this to last?
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Can human growth hormone pills cause cancer?

I heard that human growth hormones can actually cause cancer from one of my friends. Is this really true? Are there any studies that prove this?
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What does a thyroidectomy do to cholesterol?

I'm a 38-year-old female with very high cholesterol. I have just been diagnosed with a thyroid growth. If I have to get a thyroidectomy, will it affect my cholesterol levels?...
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What symptoms should I look out for to have my thryroid checked?

I'm 45 years old and a woman. I've been fighting weight issues for years, and I have put on a lot of weight even when I haven't much. Could this be from my thyroid?
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Why do I have facial hair if I'm a woman?

I'm 27 years old, and I have had issues with facial hair all my life. Mainly above my upper lip and on my chin. Why could this be happening? I also have been diagnosed with...
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My friend has a hypothyroid, can it be cured?

My friend is 27 years old, and she has a hypothyroid, which she was diagnosed a year ago. Can this disease be cured?
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Can hyperthyroidism hair loss be reversed?

I'm 25, and I was diagnosed with hyperthyroidism a few months ago. Before I was being treated for my hyperthyroidism, I started losing my hair. Can hair loss from hyperthyroidism...
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What tests measure parathyroid hormone levels?

I want to measure my parathyroid hormone levels. How are the tests taken? Do they draw blood?
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Does hyperthyroidism cause grey hair?

I'm 35, and I was diagnosed with hyperthyroidism 2 months ago. I think my hair is turning gray because of my condition. Is that possible?
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What is the best weight loss pill for metabolic syndrome?

I've heard so many things about weight loss pills and their uses. I have metabolic syndrome, and gain a lot of weight as a result. I feel like I can't lose any of my weight regardless...
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Why do children get metabolic syndrome?

My son was diagnosed with metabolic syndrome and he's only 13 years old. I feel like he's too young for this disorder. Why do some children get metabolic syndrome? (He's also...
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How can I prevent diabetes?

I have a family history of diabetes. I want to know if there is any way to prevent diabetes? A lot of people in my dad's side have diabetes.
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Why did I just get diagnosed with type 1 diabetes now?

I'm 42 years old, and I have just been diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. I know that this isn't something that you just develop, and I thought that type 1 was generally diagnosed...
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