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Question: hyperthyroidism and hypoglycemia

luvumason - Fri Apr 27, 2007 7:38 pm

Hi, I am a 21 yr. old female that was recently diagnosed with Hyperthyroidism and hypoglycemia. My symptoms included dizzy spells, Headaches, Vomiting, weightloss, feelings of faintness, leg cramps, and for the last few weeks I have had mid Back pain. I was wondering if all of these are symptoms of hypoglycemia and Hyperthyroidism and how Hyperthyroidism and hypoglycemia are related? I have been refered to an endocrinologist but, the soonest I can be seen is two months from now. Thanks for the help! Leslie

Dr. Chan Lowe - Sat Apr 28, 2007 4:25 am

Your symptoms are nicely explained by the Hyperthyroidism and hypoglycemia. I suspect that when your Hyperthyroidism is better controlled your hypoglycemia will improve. Hyperthyroidism increases the body's metabolic demand and makes sugar control more difficult. Best wishes.

luvumason - Sat Apr 28, 2007 10:05 am

Thank you so much. I started experienceing another problem last night. I was having trouble swallowing. Is that common? This morning I am fine though. My throat is just a little soar.

Dr. Chan Lowe - Sun Apr 29, 2007 11:56 pm

There are a few possibilities. One is that you may have had a dry throat that subsequently was irritated. A viral infection may also cause this. Related to the Hyperthyroidism, the thyroid gland can enlarge and press on the throat. This should be looked into also. Best wishes.

luvumason - Mon Apr 30, 2007 1:50 am

Ok, thank you so much for all of your help!

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