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Recently diagnosed with hypothyroidism and experiencing palpitations. can the imbalance of my thyroid be to blame for these palpitations?

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Dr. Bret Boyle answered

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Yes. : Thyroid dysfunction can manifest in many ways. Heart palpitations is more often associated with hyperthyroidism. It would therefore be important to determine whether you are possibly taking too much thyroid replacement hormone.

Dr Munshower and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 7/4/2014

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