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What Causes Increase In High Blood Pressure And Anxiety While Taking Thyroid Drugs?
Hi, I've recently been diagnosed with hyperthyroidism and have been prescribed beta blockers and thyroid drugs in order to control it. Although on the whole my heart rate seems to have slowed down and symptoms eased, the last couple of days I have felt unusually anxious. I have taken my blood pressure on a home BP kit and it is showing high readings, the highest of which is 158/128. It is never normally like this. Should I be immediately concerned? Thanks
Wed, 17 May 2017
hyperthyroidism causes increase in the metabolism of the body. therefore you might be experiencing symptoms like high BP .
But Hyperthyroidism isn't the only cause which leads to hypertension . you might have to rule out other causes of hypertension as well.
you should consult a practitioner and let him evaluate. thanks !
But Hyperthyroidism isn't the only cause which leads to hypertension . you might have to rule out other causes of hypertension as well.
you should consult a practitioner and let him evaluate. thanks !
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