Furthermore, some people who consume too much iodine (either from foods or supplements) or who take medications containing iodine (such as amiodarone) may cause the thyroid gland to overproduce thyroid hormones. Finally, some women may develop hyperthyroidism during pregnancy or in the first year after giving birth.
It takes anywhere from 6-8 months from filing of the application to interview. The employment authorization card typically comes 60-90 days after filing assuming all initial evidence has been submitted. After you receive your employment authorization card, you can apply for a social security card.
I've waited as long as 3 weeks after the final interview to get an offer in hand. Generally, I'd recommend contacting the recruiter 2 weeks after your interview to see if a decision has been made. If you have other irons in the fire but really want a particular job, one week after your final interview is reasonable.