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Could you have a thyroid problem-and not know it?
The symptoms of a mildly overactive or underactive thyroid aren't always obvious. Learn when you need to get tested.
You're feeling tired and having trouble concentrating. You've been losing—or gaining—weight without trying. Are these just signs that you're getting older, or could you have a thyroid problem?
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