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Constant weight loss over past few month
I am a 67 year old female. In the last six months I have lost 5 kg(57.5kg current weight). My TSH is 12.7, T3 1.6, T4 2.3.Did get lungs X-rayed and ultrasound for stomach on Doctor's advice. Both normal. Why am I losing weight and muscles? Please help.
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Dr. Sudeep Putta Manohar
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The reasons could be several. Thyroid tests are abnormal. Consult an endocrinologist
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