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from my doctor yesterday re Carbimazole '' of course this is a very strong medication so ring me as an emergency if you start feeling ill''....looks over at my rueful expression..''well, differently ill then'' :D :D

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:)

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Roflmao. :D

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nightingale-56

At least he knows you are feeling ill!

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frazzleju in reply tonightingale-56

indeed, definitely progress! And made me smile too, not something that happens often at the docs :]

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editfmrt

Well actually he is absolutley correct: Carbimizole can reduce your white cell count and if you develop a sore throat (amongst other symptoms) it can be very serious.

patient.co.uk/medicine/Carb...

Didn't think I would find myself agreeing with a GP!!

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frazzleju in reply toeditfmrt

thank you - good to read up as much as possible

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