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I have a tsh score of an 8 n weigh 108. Don't want to loose weight. Should I take the medicine.

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Dancer61,

Yes, you should take the medication. Many patients complain that they gain weight when taking Levothyroxine. If you start lose weight increase your calorie consumption and add protein shakes to your diet.

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