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Q: Underactive thyroid and lump behind ear

asked by: adells on September 8th, 2009

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hi, i have underactive thyroids and have been taking 200mcg levothyroxine for 2 years but the last couple of days since havin flu i have noticed i had a lump at the back of my ear and my hands, legs and feet have become swollen when im hot.

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