Does even mild hypothyroidism or a slightly low thyroid -- a condition known as "subclinical hypothyroidism" -- put you at greater risk for heart failure? Cardiologist and About.com Heart Disease Guide, Rich Fogoros, MD, takes a look at some new research just out that is suggesting that even mild hypothyroidism may be a key cause of this particular heart condition. Learn more in his article, Does Subclinical Hypothyroidism Cause Diastolic Heart Failure?
More on the Thyroid/Heart Disease Connection
- Low Thyroid Increases Heart Risk
- Congenital Heart Disease/Thyroid Disease Connection
- Should Doctors Treat Subclinical Hypothyroidism to Help Prevent Heart Disease?
- Thyroid Dysfunction Linked to Heart Failure in New Research Study
- Mitral Valve Prolapse and Thyroid Disease
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Mary,
Thank you for reposting about MVP. I requested you share more about your personal experience with MVP a couple of weeks ago and you listened! You’re my hero Mary and your writings always give me hope–especially during times I don’t feel so hot.