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What Causes Deranged Thyroid Functions While Taking Weed?

So I smoke weed like every day and I have hypothyroidism and my levels have been off just a little bit the past 2 times I have been in and it hasn t been changed since I have found out about 10years ago. Could this b because of my new habbit or is it just time 2 change oh and I m 20 years old
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Hello,

There are studies that confirm the effect of Marijuana on thyroid function.

Of course, it is time to change the habits and consult an endocrinologist for further treatment.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Mirjeta Guni, Endocrinologist
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What Causes Deranged Thyroid Functions While Taking Weed?

Hello, There are studies that confirm the effect of Marijuana on thyroid function. Of course, it is time to change the habits and consult an endocrinologist for further treatment. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Mirjeta Guni, Endocrinologist