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Does low thyroxine levels increase b/p or reduce b/p. i am on thyroxine 2 doctors say opposite?

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BP: Changes in BP are not likely thyroid related. You should be referred to a Cardiologist.

Dr Saghafi and another doctor agreed

Answered 11/4/2015

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