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Risk Factors of Hypothyroidism

If you're concerned about your risk of developing hypothyroidism, there are two main factors to consider—age and sex. Your chances of being hypothyroid increase with age, and they are greater if you're a woman. Hypothyroidism occurs primarily in women older than 50. Besides age and sex, your risk for hypothyroidism is increased if:
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