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Mom of 2 children2 years ago

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I have hypothyroidism and am overweight. Should i take 1mg or 5 mg of folic acid if i want to start trying for a baby?

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Dr GhouseGuardian of 3 children2 years ago

A. medication to be taken depending on many factors your doctor will advise and very important to treat hypothyroidism and maintain the TSH level with the normal limits for any conception to be successful

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