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A 71-year-old male asked:
can hypothroidism cause atrial fibrillation?thanks
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Dr. Bennett Werner answered
Cardiology 44 years experience
No: But hyperthyroidism is a common cause. Also, you mention alcohol addition and that's one of the commonest causes. Also age over 70 is a common cause (noting your age).
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A 46-year-old member asked:
Atrial fibrillation and hypothyroidism. Are there any similarities?
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Dr. Rick Koch answered
Cardiology 22 years experience
Thyroid abnormality: Can lead to atrial arrhythmia but afib more common with hyper not hypothyroidism.
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