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Can hypothyroidism cause circulatory issues, cold feet and hands also pitting edema in legs ankles and feet?

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Dr. Thomas Inwood answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Hypothyroid: Generally not circulatory issues unless the edema is tremendous, but definitely edema. See your family doc for help.

Dr Parvez and another doctor agreed

Answered 11/4/2017

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