Is there a connection between high blood pressure and hypothyroidism?
Written by: Dr. Rowena | Posted: Feb 19 2008
Q: Is there any connection between hypothyroid and blood pressure?
A: Yes, thyroid hormones affect the way the heart works. Untreated hypothyroidism can make the heart beat slower, pump less efficiently, and can make blood vessels more rigid. These effects can cause high blood pressure.
Tags: Blood vessels, heart, high blood pressure, hypothyroid, Medical Conditions
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