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What health concerns should a patient with hypothyroidism be worried about?

What health concerns should a patient with hypothyroidism be worried about?<br/>

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Asked by Wyatt Williams, Last updated: Nov 15, 2024

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John Adney

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John Adney

Answered Jan 11, 2017

Increased appetite and weight loss
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John Smith

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John Smith

Answered Dec 06, 2016

Puffiness of the face and hands

Hypothyroidism (myxedema) causes facial puffiness, extremity edema, and weight gain. Signs and symptoms of hyperthyroidism (Graves disease) include an increased appetite, weight loss, nervousness, tremors, and thyroid gland enlargement (goiter).
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