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Asked in : Hypothyroidism / Myxoedema
Asked on : Sat, 07 Jan 2012
Published on : Mon, 23 Jan 2012

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IAm aged 40 diagnosed Hypothyroidism 1989-90 when student BSC daily prescribed for Eltroxin tablets Kindly advise for alternative treatment food habits & lifestyle regds & Best wishes for New year

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