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Why one should be wary of biotin.

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Several people have mentioned taking biotin. Here’s a few reasons why one might want to think carefully about doing so...

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Marz

Had been made aware of Biotin on Thyroid UK - but hey the Horoscopes were good :-)

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cocoa

Thank you for mentioning this.

I have just checked my B Complex and it is included.

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Frodo

No medical professional I have encountered seems to know anything about this. It's never been mentioned in relation to thyroid tests either via the GP, endocrinologist or private online testing. In fact nobody has shown any interest in or asked any questions about any supplements I take or even OTC medication.

Why is it that patients are having to do all this research themselves?

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helvella in reply to Frodo

In my experience, virtually no information is given with respect to getting the most sensible results from blood tests. Fasting? Time of day? Taking medicine(s) before? Other factors that affect results - medicines, other illnesses, or anything else!

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