Is there a link between palpitations & hyperthyroidism?

simonette1494 · Newbie Joined: 26 Sep 2004 Posts: 2

Hi, guys. My mother has been recently found palpitations. Doctor sent her to run some tests and it appears she has higher function of thyroid as well. I would like to know whether there is a link between palpitations & hyperthyroidism. I would really appreciate to all who answer this question.

cara410 · Newbie Joined: 28 Apr 2004 Posts: 3

Hello. Palpitations are quite common symptom for people with hyperthyroidism. Excess of thyroid hormones affect heart beating. The changes in heartbeats are a result of a change in a nervous control of the heart. There are more than 90 beats per minute and this even occurs during the sleep. Heart also pumps a larger amount of blood into the blood vessels. Your mother’s doctor should know some details. I hope your mother will feel better. Good luck!

Is there a link between palpitations & hyperthyroidism?

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