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How can you tell the difference between bipolor symptoms and thyroid problems?

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Dr. SG Erman answered

Evaluation: Thyroid problems are diagnosed with a history, exam, and lab tests, possibly and ultrasound. Bipolar is diagnsed with a hisptory, exam, and ruling out other causes (like thyroid).

Answered 12/20/2012

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Dr. Donald Haupt answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Blood tests: Although they have some things in common. The first step is a physical exam and some simple blood tests for thyroid status. So go to your doctor and let them evaluate. You also can have both, but clearing up thyroid and other physical problems will help either way.

Answered 7/12/2019

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