Just followed an interesting line of research about thyroid problems and MS--since thryoid runs in my family. I found a study that says up to 24% of the people on interferon 1-a and 1-b develop hypothyroidism within the first year of treatment. Hypothyroidism can cause hair loss.
This study suggests you get tested if you're using interferon.
http://jcem.endojournals.org/cgi/conten ... 004-2326v1
Have any of you had your doc test you for thyroid issues? If so, any results to share?
Thyroid Issues and interferon
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