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Has Anyone Ever Been Told to Take Their Temperature to Check Their Thyroid?

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I was just told today by a very close friend of mine to take my temperature in the morning before I get out of bed.
She said it would help me detect a thyroid disorder.
Has anyone ever heard of this?
Did did it work for you?

Thanks so much,

Michelle


     
     
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The Heart and Thyroid Conditions -- Hypothyroidism

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In my previous blog, I discussed how hyperthyroidism can affect the heart. When I refer to the heart, I always focus on the major components that need to be addressed. They include the actual strength of the muscle, blood flow, heart valves and the heart's electrical system. Once these are understood, we can delve into the issues that people may have with their heart especially as it relates to thyroid issues. Hypothyroidism is a term referred to low thyroid hormone production. Many different disease processes may cause this type of abnormality. Common systemic symptoms include: