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EasyEndocrinologyPrimary hypothyroidismuk-plab-1

A 52-year-old woman complains of weight gain, tiredness, and cold intolerance. Blood tests show TSH 18 mU/L (raised) and free T4 6 pmol/L (low). What is the most appropriate initial treatment?

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