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Is hypothyroidism related to bipolar disorder?
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Yes: One's thyroid gland is kind of like the body's thermostat. If it is not functioning properly, it can adversely affect a person's mood and cause depression, mania and anxiety. Also, medications given to help a person's mood may not work properly in the face of abnormal thyroid functioning. To make matters even more complicated, lithium (given for bipolar d/o) may cause thyroid problems.
Answered 6/24/2018
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No: These are completely different. But that not to say that thyroid imbalance cannot mimic a mood disorder or an anxiety disorder. Take care.
Answered 8/21/2015
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