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Autoimmune Diseases | Last Active: Jan 17 5:27pm | Replies (40)
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@margaret69
I also have a partially working thyroid, and one doctor recommended taking it out to prevent thyroid cancer (rare event), but another doctor did not recommend doing it for as long as it works. It is followed by ultrasound with biopsies every 2-3 of years for stability. I guess, it depends on the condition of your thyroid gland - if no other risks, like goiter, or cancer, but only low function, then it is not recommended to take it out. May need a supplement with Synthroid, synthetic hormone replacement to compensate for low function.
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@altabiznet I’ve been on levothyroxine (sp.?) for years. I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism in my mid-20’s but self-diagnosed Hashimoto’s a couple of years ago. The health care system in this area is terrible! Needless to say my endocrinologist is content with treating me as if I only have hypothyroidism. It is beyond frustrating!