I'm back again..my doctor increased my thyroid medication and I'm like a new person..no skipped heartbeats...and no problems with low blood pressure! I feel like I did 5 years ago..so much more energy.
Thank you so much for taking the time to make this informative video! I believe this is the problem I've been experiencing. Doctors here in the states, for the most part, want to prescribe medications to treat symptoms without getting to the root cause. Again, thank you!
Agreed entirely. And he doesn't talk down to people just because we aren't medically trained. He gets it that people are intelligent, and if medical information is broken down and presented clearly that we can comprehend it!!😉
I have Hashimoto's disease. I have recently found you and i just have to say, you are a very lovely caring compassionate human being. AND YOUR A DOCTOR TOO? 😉 I wish u were my doctor. Or at least every doctor was as compassionate as you sir. May the universe and your god bless you and your family. You obviously deserve it.
Doc, I don't know exactly what your life is like. I understand you work at a hospital and see patients with heart problems. I also understand you do seminars, etc. but it seems to me, you are missing part of your calling! I've listened to many of your videos and think you're a great speaker and teacher. You are a "people person", so down to earth and human and a walking library of information! You deserve better than RUclips. You're also pretty wonderful for voluntarily doing it. We, especially people with more serious illnesses, are very lucky!
Remember these doctors do not have the time to devout to their patients on the NHS but privately it would be different. I have learned to seek extra info myself to efucate mysekf about my healing or any medical condition. YT is a perfectly example.
@@ellamitchell1270 I agree. When I have asked NHS staff about relieving symtoms with Natural Desiccated Thyriod, Hormones and nutrition they mainly very dismissive.
Thank you. I’ll forward this to my cardiologist. I am a patient of hypothyroidism for 40+ years and have been developing irregular heartbeat for the last few years. Your explanation has enlightened me. Thank you very much.
Thanks Dr Gupta, another very interesting video. I was diagnosed 10 years ago with hypothyroidism and prescribed 75mg Thyroxin. 5 years later, diagnoses type 2 diabetes along with high blood pressure. Never appreciated the link between them. All meds taken religiously as I continue the battle with weight control. Through your videos I have a far better understanding of it all which gives me more confidence. I have also found taking magnesium very beneficial. Thanks once again for the time you take in putting these videos together.
Keto diet, you will lose the weight and help your diabetes. Tons of info on RUclips on how to start and what to eat. I lost 75 lbs in 6 months. No exercise during those 6 months and never hungry.
Matt, Keto diet is good advice. Also some people can not convert the T4 to T3, so even though you take Thyroxin it might not be working for you. Look up "Stop The Thyroid Madness" for more information.
@Vasanthi No don't stop thyroid medication, "Stop the Thyroid Madness" is a book that explains that the medical "standard of care" for hypothyroidism is not working. Levothyroxine is T4 only and the body needs T3. If your body cannot convert T4 to T3 you are effectively without Thyroid hormone. If you are a person who cannot convert, you need to add T3 to the T4 or take Natural Desiccated Thyroid.
You are a gift to your patients and all who watch your video's ....A warm, caring and compassionate human being. A gifted professional. Thank you so very much for all you do for us!!
I am so glad to have found your channel. My thyroid labs were abnormal 5 years ago and in that time I have seen 3 different doctors for treatment. Not one of them ever mentioned a correlation between hypothyroid and potential heart problems. I am so glad to hear you talk about this topic with such a clear and logical explanation.
Thank you for this crucially informative video, Dr Gupta! Symptoms of Hypothyroidism, can sometimes be so vague that, as you point out, it can be difficult to diagnose. I found my own hypothyroidism some years ago by reading voraciously about my own symptoms ( tiredness, hair loss and brittle nails and higher than desirable TSH readings, but had to nag my original PCP about it. Levothyroxin ( Synthroid) for a year did NOTHING for me as I was not “ converting” T4 to T3 so I asked for Armour and that worked for awhile until they changed the formula. My current ( excellent and younger) PCP has me on a gm. of Naturethroid per day and that it working just fine! Thank you for broadening our knowledge of so many areas we would otherwise be uninformed of, and thus less healthy than we have the potential to be!
Annie GetYourGun I think the PCP is the Primary Care Physician. My endo would not prescribe any T3 either. I had to make a case to my internist. It’s been life changing.
I am 63 and for a several years I have been lethargic and often depressed. Lately I've been gaining weight for no reason. I already requested a thyroid test for my upcoming annual exam. It was very affirming to hear you describe this issue in such a logical and thorough manner. Thank you Dr. Gupta! 🙂
So glad I found this....so informative...I had a thyroidectomy and feeling that "extra beat" that feels like forever before it happens...can be scary...thank you for explaining it so simply!
Dr. Gupta thank you so much for this video. It clarified a lot about Hypothyroid, high blood pressure, and high triglycerides. I had a endocrinologist tell me that these things had nothing to do with my thyroid condition. I didn’t appear to have any of these problems until my thyroid went crazy. (I have Hashimoto’s thyroiditis so my condition appears to be a result of that) Your advice is very empowering. It is time to find another endo and have them check my meds because these things re not abating despite rigorous lifestyle changes. Thank you for all that you do. I am also going to ask for a referral to a cardiologist. Once again thank you. I appreciate your time.
Dr Gupta - Thank YOU, for all you do for us! I have just discovered your channel and watch several videos per day, to identify the cause(s) of my recent, PERSISTENT ectopic beats. Your video on inflammation is key for me, as well as this one on hypothyroidism. While I currently don't present with the more commons symptoms of hypothyroidism, I will have a blood test to see exactly what my levels are. In the meantime, I am focusing on reducing inflammation, primarily via a couple "bad things that I put in my body" - I have always exercised a lot, get out in the sun, eat fermented foods, and have a "clean diet"... but there definitely are areas in which I can improve - including SLEEP. Thanks again!
What a breath of fresh air these video’s are. I take Thyroxine for hypothyroidism but 7 yrs ago I had an out of hospital cardiac arrest (idiopathic) and I have only just now discovered the link. Really helpful and informative and a heart felt thank you from me.
I’ve currently had thyroid issues since I was 18 (hyperthyroidism), I’m now 31 and have hypothyroidism, with extreme GERD..it’s definitely effected my heart. Great information doc, thankful for your channel!
I hope I can get a reply thyroid cancer ten years ago down now to 75mg of Levothyroxine two years ago my heartbeat fast doc said a/f given Bisoprolol 2.5 one a day also Apixaban Felling awful every other week depressed tired cold on and of slight things seem to annoy me like to be sitting quiet in bed it like something shouves me on and of also like I have a phase in breathing mostly in morning in August 2019 passed out twice In hospital don blood put down to low blood pressure I’m 66years old this is age my father died from heart attack
Thank you for taking time out of your busy schedule to make these videos--they are always very helpful and they help us to understand how various health issues effect the heart!
Had hypo, developed THYCA, had a total TT and RAI about 17 years ago and it took more than a decade to straighten out my levels. I’ve noticed since I have my ectopics ( PVCs, PACs and SVT ) have lessened considerably. Great info as usual doc!
Wow...something that can affect the cardiovascular system I would think is something we should we looking at all the time. Thanks for this video.. very informative!!
I found dr Gupta today as I investigate my (recently) elevated blood pressure. 4 extremely informative and comprehensive videos later, I will be making an appt tomorrow to have thyroid checked (and full blood work up). He explains everything so clearly. Thanks you!!! New sub here.
Another excellent video! Amiodarone affected my thyroid and have been on levothyroxine ever since, and as I get older ( I am a 60y/o male) the dose I take has risen. Interesting point about ectopic beats, have never heard this before, as even though I had a successful ablation 3 years ago I do still get some ectopic beats Many thanks for taking the time to record these videos, it is much appreciated.
I love watching and learning from these videos. Your style of delivery is excellent and the editing is spot on. However, so much info is packed into each video that it is like taking a drink from a fire hose. I watch the videos with a notepad and pen, and pause to replay often so I clearly understand the message. You have exceptional clarity of thought and deep understanding of your topics. Thank you for sharing with us.
That's what's so great about his videos! You can listen over and over again - if needed and when needed. They live forever and serve many. That's the genius of them His idea and his gift.
Your face when the doorbell rang , priceless 🤣 . Good vid , I have radiation induced hypothyroidism, and suffer from ectopics. ( Well , I don't suffer , but I have them. )
@@hahau629I don't mean to be rude by answering a question directed towards someone else but I have the same condition. I had hyperthyroidism and was prescribed radiation treatment whereby my thyroid was exposed to something in a large gray cylinder. I don't remember the name but I have it in my medical files. I have several symptoms of hypothyroidism but because my numbers are in a normal range my concerns to follow up with a specialist go unheard.
This described my problem precisely!!. I have a doctor who says treat the heart first and then the thyroid. Oh my god. I thought it was a thyroid problem cause my pulse wass so slow. I need to Sanjay Gupta for my doctor right now! Bless him!
I have ALL the symptoms you mentioned but every time I tell a doctor that I think it’s hypothyroidism they blow me off and say, NO it can’t be because all your thyroid hormones are normal. It’s easier for them to say I’m fat, tired, depressed and have high blood pressure because I’m overeating even though I told them that I only eat once a day and that’s dinner. They’ve basically call me a liar by saying things like calories in calories out. They want to put me on blood pressure medication but I refuse because I know what I eat and I refuse to let them put a bandaid on the problem and make me more sick by putting me on a lot of unnecessary medication if they would just listen to me and perform other tests or try giving me thyroid medication to see if it helps. I even told them that I took my temperature in the morning under my arm before I get up and it’s anywhere from 93.6 to 96.9, which only proves that I have hypothyroidism. They just ignore me; so now I refuse to let them weigh me because if they don’t care what’s causing my weight gain and other hypothyroidism symptoms I’m not going to let them criticize my weight gain and let them continue shaming me because that only makes me more depressed. I can hardly walk anymore because I get so out of breath just walking 50’ or going up 10 steps! I feel like I’m dying!!!😢 I’m not saying this about ALL doctors but when did medicine become all about the all mighty dollar? Most doctors don’t work for the patients anymore they work for the insurance companies and pharmaceutical companies! It’s rare to find a good doctor that will put their patients FIRST and do what’s best for them and their health and do everything within their power and abilities to get them well again. Sorry but that’s the truth because I’ve seen it first hand when I was in the medical field and of course as a patient. It literally makes me sick what’s happened to medicine!
Look into getting Spectracell blood analysis. I had it done and it was very revealing. It took the guesswork out of it. I paid $400.00 for the works and it was worth every penny. I have the MTHFR mutated gene that alot of people have and don't know it. I take megadoses of methylated B12 and feel better. You may be low on minerals since our soil is depleted and you only eat once a day. Do you take a GOOD multivitamin? Nascent iodine helps too. Why can't you walk? Is it the weight issue or do you have arthritis? Please don't lose hope.
I am guessing but have they checked your blood glucose and checked you for asthma. One meal a day is not good. Low carb (not Keto) eating several times a day can stabilize blood sugar levels. Take a good probiotic and fiber. Start walking even if it’s five minutes a day. Please don’t give up. There is hope. Took me over 5 years to figure it all out.
The calories in/calories out is BS, especially for Hypothyroid patients. I barely ate because I was not hungry and still couldn’t get back to my size 2/4 frame, it was a nightmare in every way, mentally, emotionally, and physically draining. You go from this attractive, vibrant, healthy person, to a puffy faced and bloated mess.. the brain changes. Hell, basically. The only thing that worked for me was carnivore and T3 hormone.. I didn’t have hair loss, I still had my thick long hair, but many aren’t so lucky.. the hair loss eventually comes if hypo progresses without treatment. The walking and down stairs was so scary, so I understand what you are saying.. horrific. I hope you find/found the treatment that you need to feel well.
Had Graves hyperthyroid. Took a pill became hypothyroid. Since 2009. Taking levothyroxine. My cholesterol is 221 was 240. My tregigylides is 73 hdl is. 49. I asked my doctor for a EKG because I was concerned about my heart I took it and it came out abnormal the results said I have inferior infarct undetermined age. I see a cardiologist for the first time in about 4 weeks I'm crossing my fingers everything will check out. I think I got high cholesterol when I became hypothyroid. I have high blood pressure but I'm taking a little dose of 50 mg of metropolol my blood pressure is usually 120/70 anyhow I keep you informed and everyone else I subscribed to the channel thank you so much. I just turned 57 years old otherwise I am perfectly healthy and no problems
I just found this video and was thrilled to find that is the problem I’m having! I have hypothyroidism was found about 3 years ago and the a year and a half I had a double bypass… I kept saying why why why ? My BP is high even on medication the statins cause such cramping of my legs and muscles it’s unbearable. I eat 0 cholesterol and live on a very resistive diet and the doctors don’t pay attention to my thyroid. Thank you for this very informative video… now I know the why and will look for a doctor to fix it!
T3 has been withdrawn and no new patients are allowed to have Armour Thyroxine. This, I'm sure, is patient neglect. Getting Doctors to take note of Hypothyroid symptoms is a nightmare;; they just go by numbers.
@@wizardatmath Thank you very much for this in depth reply. For quite a few years I've had a rough idea of what is going on. I will bookmark this page to go over everything here.
My Endo refuses to do a full thyroid panel blood test. Only tsh.? Pointless. I have cfs/ Me Hashimotos hypothyroid. Still have hyp symptoms. Yet endo thinks i am over prescribed? As tsh is low. How can he possibly assess without full blood panel?
You haven't mentioned Atrial Fibrillation. I am borderline and was told it is as a result of my Hypothyroidism. I also have Ectopics but had never been told that was also linked. The timeline of my many diagnosise now makes sense! Thank you for explaining the high BP that's been worrying as I've been slightly low all my life. I've had this for at least two years longer than my results would have dictated.
Thank you so much for sharing this. I was diagnosed with subclinical hypothyroidism and I never took the prescribed medication for it. I did lots of research and learned that the medication doesn't heal the condition, but could bring on other health problems. (I didn't have time for that mad science treatment:() So I worked with a Chiropractor and my body restored itself, bringing my levels back to normal. I do have to also watch my stress levels and keep my endocrine system balanced with diet and lifestyle, and supplements for the deficiencies I had. I never got any heart, cholesterol, or blood pressure issues from it. Thank you again for this video.
Very spot-on video. I’ve had Hashimoto’s hypothyroidism since I was 13 (I’m now nearly 51). Even though I’m thin, I’m still starting to experience this rise in blood pressure. And the extra beats. My hypothyroidism is, and has been treated daily since I was diagnosed. And I’m religious with my medication on an empty stomach. Ive also just been taken off my hormone pills due to turning 51, and I’m scared things will worsen due to this. I’ve also had high total cholesterol, although my LDL to HDL ratio is VERY good, I’m told. Very tricky disease, indeed.
I got adult onset type one diabetes at age 55 from too much sugar and had a TSH thyroid test which was normal , but after listening to Dr. Richard Bernstein’s Tele seminars, I learned that most of his diabetic patients have hypothyroidism and I had the symptoms. It took me a while to convince my practitioner that I needed a free T3 & free T4 thyroid test which is quite different from the TSH test. I was 15 points below low normal! I am now on generic Synthroid medication and I am beginning to feel much better. I do believe you concur with Dr. Richard Bernstein. He invented the basal bolus method of insulin and distributed the first diabetic meters. I love the man. My diabetic numbers are under control for the first time in 13 years. I do believe the ADA was bought off. Most everything they say is wrong including most meters. Thank you for explaining this in further detail. Dr. Richard Bernstein does live teleseminars every month and is on RUclips as well. I listen as often as possible.
Barbara Mowrey WHAT YOU SAID! 👍😁I’m also diabetic ( T2) and also adore Dr Bernstein. The man is a true genius! I’m also a great admirer of Dr Gupta and have learned so much practical information from him. I love the way he explains complex medical facts ( and hypotheses) so that lay people can become informed and become able to be better informed patients! AND LEAD HAPPIER, HEALTHIER LIVES! 😁🥳
Elisa Frye You are so right! Dr. Bernstein is 85 years old this year and has had type one diabetes since a child and was only expected to live for up to 30 years. We are sisters!
Thank You so much . You have put my mind at rest. Knowing that getting the thyroxine right will alleviate problems.I had a total thyroidectomy 10 years ago. I researched the fact that cholesterol goes up. You have verified all thoughts of what I was thinking.
I'm in the UK and most GPs don't take it seriously. My hypothyroidism has been left untreated for several years and as a result I now have heart issues. I wish GPs would listen to their patients more.
M 20 I too got hypo high high level, TSH was 100+ severe Anxiety and high BPM and PALPITATIONS and panic attacks and gas bloating and fatigue weaknesses muscle pain low appetite. Onto 150mg levo and homoeopathy medicine for this. Improving and working with my doc to get better. Symptoms came from sept 22, diagnosed in nov 22 and onto med since then. I was so paranoid about my health, cried for many days with health Anxiety. Was so scared about my heart too. But things are improved I'm 40% recoverd i can say. Lost 7 kgs in a month. All the swelling is gone, Update : 10 Feb 23, was going to the loo 3 4 times a day and was hyper all the time like over existing in life tested again TSH WAS 0.78, T3 T4 all in 200s was overmedicated. Onto 100mg now feeling fatigue and tired all all day, unable to think properly sleepy all time. Working with doc. Life with thyroid i guess.
Thank you so much for all of the reassurance you have given me over the years. Can’t thank you enough. I’d also love to see a video about hyperthyroidism and it’s affect on the heart.
Dr. Gupta, Thank you.....This makes sense of all the symptoms and issues that I experience ....EXTREME fatigue and symptoms still an issue...12 years on Levothroxine. Very helpful.
Just back from hospital with high blood pressure. Apparently my heart and arteries are fine. In fact because they can find no fault on ECG, ultrasound or bloods, they suspect the one thing that's off. TSH is 11. I told them it's been much higher in the past 12 years and I never had tight chest nor high BP that I was aware of until the past week. I am known to skip medication if I think it's too near a coffee or a meal and always wanted to heal my thyroid, suspecting it's full of oxalates from a plant based diet. Anyway, today's scare and your information will have me taking my meds more keenly. In 12 years no endocrinologist could be bothered to explain to me the risks I might be at. Stroke was mentioned years ago but with zero explanation. Thanks.
Thank you for this. My tsh was 49 until my meds have been upped. I did quite a lot of research because of the eptopics I had been getting. I never knew it could do so much damage.
Thank you for this informative video. I learn a lot more about my health from your videos than from a visit to my GP. Can't blame him since they typically tend to be hard pressed for time and they really cannot spend too much time with each patient. Your videos help me understand more so that I can ask the right questions during my consultation. Thank you Dr Sanjay Gupta
AWESOME AND CREDITABLE INFORMATION!! I JUST HAVE BEEN DIAGNOSED WITH HYPOTHYROIDISM AND MY TRIGLYCERIDES SKY ROCKETED! THANK YOU FOR A VERY INFORMATIVE VIDEO🙏❤
@@marryramirez4551 I did while it was subclinical and unfortunately they did not help my numbers any, it then progressed to full hypothyroidism. Thank you for your reply!
@@sparkle9482 no you haven't tried these kind of Herbal Medications if you did you won't be talking like that I suggest you get in touch with Dr Mabosa herbal on RUclips he was the one who helped me he can help you too trust me i can can give you his contact if you want
Thank you so much for making these videos. I have Hashimoto’s and have experienced many of the things you mentioned. I need a new cardiologist and was in the process of getting started with one when the Corona virus hit. My former cardiologist had told me that I have POTS but never tried to find out why I have it. I have noticed, some days, that I have pitting edema in my lower legs after being on my feet a lot during the day. You have helped me understand things better and that encourages me to press on in getting in to see a cardiologist who will work with my endocrinologist. Thank you!
Many thanks for your extremely informative presentation. The information has been really helpful in explaining some of my cardiac symptoms which have been worrying. I have subclinical hypothyroidism and have been experiencing many of the symptoms you have discussed. Wonderful information to take forward and investigate further. Much gratitude
Wait this explains everything that has happened to me 😱 I have hypothyroidism and have experienced the extra beat (which feels like skipping beat). Also had an EKG that said I have LONG QT
I'm a health professional in the industry for nearly 30 years and have studied functional medicine for the last decade. Why do women have hypothyroidism more than men? Because of estrogen in the majority of cases! Estrogen BLOCKS the uptake of iodide to the thyroid and without adequate iodide women will not only suffer with hypothyroidism, they will also suffer from uterine fibroids, cysts, polyps/endometriosis, fibrocystic breasts, and so on. One thing leads to another and eventually you could end up with cancer. The fix? Iodine/Iodide! Much more to this, but will stop here since this comment is getting lengthy.
@@jesse20241 also worth looking up phosphorus and phosphate (the salt form). Lack of phosphorus can cause a plethora of symptoms too. We need all the trace minerals in order to function correctly
The conversation changing so often from hypo to hyper makes me wonder if I understood the causes and effects correctly. I would love to hear more of this, but with the 2 different types separated. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.
Doc this week's video was awesomely informative. I am hypothyroid since 3 years now. I am now off Thyroxine (88mcg) for last 8 weeks now. Monitoring my TSH and has been subclinical (6.2 units) after 8 weeks. I am attributing this to a specific yoga and medication. Not sure if there is a relationship but will keep checking TSH another 4 week & 8 weeks.
Thank you Dr Gupta. I have hypothyroidism, and take 100mcgs daily. I'm considering taking Magnesium Taurate for my hypertension because of the side effects from Amlodopine 5mgs, reducing it to 2.5mgs, which I struggle with. My GP has suggested I take Ramopril 2.5mgs but this also has side effects. I have taken Magnesium Citrate for cramps, and it also helps me relax, and sleep better. My body tolerates it well. I think you mentioned 500mgs daily Magnesium Taurate for cardiac patients in a previous video.
I really like how you interpret the data doctor Sanjay. I always get informations that are beneficial even in this video i found new informations regarding hypothyrodisim especially the long Qt and amiodarone i hope you keep feeding us interesting topics thank you doctor😀
Glad it was helpful!Thank you for your support- it would mean a tonne if you’d consider subscribing to the channel. Also I try and do some regular broadcasts via WhatsApp on +44795131008
Best knowledgeable video about hypothyroidism & its effects as other symptoms..👍
Dr Gupta has a calming voice and manner, lovely man all the way around his patients are blessed indeed
God bless you doctor. Good information
We love you.... thank you so much for all your teaching
I'm back again..my doctor increased my thyroid medication and I'm like a new person..no skipped heartbeats...and no problems with low blood pressure! I feel like I did 5 years ago..so much more energy.
Thank you so much for taking the time to make this informative video! I believe this is the problem I've been experiencing. Doctors here in the states, for the most part, want to prescribe medications to treat symptoms without getting to the root cause. Again, thank you!
Agreed entirely. And he doesn't talk down to people just because we aren't medically trained. He gets it that people are intelligent, and if medical information is broken down and presented clearly that we can comprehend it!!😉
I have Hashimoto's disease. I have recently found you and i just have to say, you are a very lovely caring compassionate human being. AND YOUR A DOCTOR TOO? 😉 I wish u were my doctor. Or at least every doctor was as compassionate as you sir. May the universe and your god bless you and your family. You obviously deserve it.
Doc, I don't know exactly what your life is like. I understand you work at a hospital and see patients with heart problems. I also understand you do seminars, etc. but it seems to me, you are missing part of your calling! I've listened to many of your videos and think you're a great speaker and teacher. You are a "people person", so down to earth and human and a walking library of information! You deserve better than RUclips. You're also pretty wonderful for voluntarily doing it. We, especially people with more serious illnesses, are very lucky!
I wish NHS Endocrinologist in West London were as knowledgeable as you 😪
Remember these doctors do not have the time to devout to their patients on the NHS but privately it would be different. I have learned to seek extra info myself to efucate mysekf about my healing or any medical condition. YT is a perfectly example.
@@ellamitchell1270 I agree. When I have asked NHS staff about relieving symtoms with Natural Desiccated Thyriod, Hormones and nutrition they mainly very dismissive.
Thank you. I’ll forward this to my cardiologist. I am a patient of hypothyroidism for 40+ years and have been developing irregular heartbeat for the last few years. Your explanation has enlightened me. Thank you very much.
Shouldnt have meds already helped you
Thanks Dr Gupta, another very interesting video. I was diagnosed 10 years ago with hypothyroidism and prescribed 75mg Thyroxin. 5 years later, diagnoses type 2 diabetes along with high blood pressure. Never appreciated the link between them. All meds taken religiously as I continue the battle with weight control. Through your videos I have a far better understanding of it all which gives me more confidence. I have also found taking magnesium very beneficial. Thanks once again for the time you take in putting these videos together.
Keto diet, you will lose the weight and help your diabetes. Tons of info on RUclips on how to start and what to eat. I lost 75 lbs in 6 months. No exercise during those 6 months and never hungry.
@@billv4072 Thanks Bill, I've just signed up for 2 months to give it a try
Matt, Keto diet is good advice. Also some people can not convert the T4 to T3, so even though you take Thyroxin it might not be working for you. Look up "Stop The Thyroid Madness" for more information.
@Vasanthi No don't stop thyroid medication, "Stop the Thyroid Madness" is a book that explains that the medical "standard of care" for hypothyroidism is not working. Levothyroxine is T4 only and the body needs T3. If your body cannot convert T4 to T3 you are effectively without Thyroid hormone. If you are a person who cannot convert, you need to add T3 to the T4 or take Natural Desiccated Thyroid.
@Vasanthi 0.75 mg and not 7.5 mg
Essential watching for all doctors. Please. Thank you Dr Gupta. You are a breath of fresh air and commonsense.
US endocrinologists, "But your blood tests are normal."
You are a gift to your patients and all who watch your video's ....A warm, caring and compassionate human being. A gifted professional. Thank you so very much for all you do for us!!
Thank you! This is so important! Women listen to your body and advocate for your health!
I am so glad to have found your channel. My thyroid labs were abnormal 5 years ago and in that time I have seen 3 different doctors for treatment. Not one of them ever mentioned a correlation between hypothyroid and potential heart problems. I am so glad to hear you talk about this topic with such a clear and logical explanation.
did you thyroid heal or do you trat it with hormones still?
Thank you for this crucially informative video, Dr Gupta! Symptoms of Hypothyroidism, can sometimes be so vague that, as you point out, it can be difficult to diagnose. I found my own hypothyroidism some years ago by reading voraciously about my own symptoms ( tiredness, hair loss and brittle nails and higher than desirable TSH readings, but had to nag my original PCP about it. Levothyroxin ( Synthroid) for a year did NOTHING for me as I was not “ converting” T4 to T3 so I asked for Armour and that worked for awhile until they changed the formula. My current ( excellent and younger) PCP has me on a gm. of Naturethroid per day and that it working just fine! Thank you for broadening our knowledge of so many areas we would otherwise be uninformed of, and thus less healthy than we have the potential to be!
Elisa Frye
I also am a bad “converter”. Being on Liothyronine (T3) changed my life.
So glad you are getting what you need.
@@NCYogini I'm a non converter too. T3 changed my life as well.
Annie GetYourGun I think the PCP is the Primary Care Physician. My endo would not prescribe any T3 either. I had to make a case to my internist. It’s been life changing.
I am 63 and for a several years I have been lethargic and often depressed. Lately I've been gaining weight for no reason. I already requested a thyroid test for my upcoming annual exam. It was very affirming to hear you describe this issue in such a logical and thorough manner. Thank you Dr. Gupta! 🙂
So glad I found this....so informative...I had a thyroidectomy and feeling that "extra beat" that feels like forever before it happens...can be scary...thank you for explaining it so simply!
Dr. Gupta thank you so much for this video. It clarified a lot about Hypothyroid, high blood pressure, and high triglycerides. I had a endocrinologist tell me that these things had nothing to do with my thyroid condition. I didn’t appear to have any of these problems until my thyroid went crazy. (I have Hashimoto’s thyroiditis so my condition appears to be a result of that) Your advice is very empowering. It is time to find another endo and have them check my meds because these things re not abating despite rigorous lifestyle changes. Thank you for all that you do. I am also going to ask for a referral to a cardiologist. Once again thank you. I appreciate your time.
You are right but good luck in your search. Endocrinologists are all the same. Did you ever find one?
Brilliant young Cardiologist..puts issues in understand able terms
Dr Gupta - Thank YOU, for all you do for us! I have just discovered your channel and watch several videos per day, to identify the cause(s) of my recent, PERSISTENT ectopic beats. Your video on inflammation is key for me, as well as this one on hypothyroidism. While I currently don't present with the more commons symptoms of hypothyroidism, I will have a blood test to see exactly what my levels are. In the meantime, I am focusing on reducing inflammation, primarily via a couple "bad things that I put in my body" - I have always exercised a lot, get out in the sun, eat fermented foods, and have a "clean diet"... but there definitely are areas in which I can improve - including SLEEP. Thanks again!
What a breath of fresh air these video’s are. I take Thyroxine for hypothyroidism but 7 yrs ago I had an out of hospital cardiac arrest (idiopathic) and I have only just now discovered the link. Really helpful and informative and a heart felt thank you from me.
I’ve currently had thyroid issues since I was 18 (hyperthyroidism), I’m now 31 and have hypothyroidism, with extreme GERD..it’s definitely effected my heart. Great information doc, thankful for your channel!
Iman Amatullah absolutely! It’s very possible. Happened to me
I have hyperthyroidism
I hope I can get a reply thyroid cancer ten years ago down now to 75mg of Levothyroxine two years ago my heartbeat fast doc said a/f given Bisoprolol 2.5 one a day also Apixaban Felling awful every other week depressed tired cold on and of slight things seem to annoy me like to be sitting quiet in bed it like something shouves me on and of also like I have a phase in breathing mostly in morning in August 2019 passed out twice In hospital don blood put down to low blood pressure I’m 66years old this is age my father died from heart attack
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Wow…… Thank you. The first time a real Doctor explains everything so clearly.
Very Helpful. Thanks again !
Thank you for taking time out of your busy schedule to make these videos--they are always very helpful and they help us to understand how various health issues effect the heart!
Thank you for taking time out and for sharing the information. It is much appreciated. And you are much admired. I wish that life is kind to you.
Very helpful and informative video. Thank you. You seem like such a nice man.
Good doctor. Very knowledgeable.
Dr. Gupta has the best shirts!
Had hypo, developed THYCA, had a total TT and RAI about 17 years ago and it took more than a decade to straighten out my levels. I’ve noticed since I have my ectopics ( PVCs, PACs and SVT ) have lessened considerably. Great info as usual doc!
but was your hypo temporary or permanet as usually? great to hear
Shared onto my health page as many of my readers have hypothyroidism and I am sure this will be of interest x
Wow...something that can affect the cardiovascular system I would think is something we should we looking at all the time. Thanks for this video.. very informative!!
I found dr Gupta today as I investigate my (recently) elevated blood pressure. 4 extremely informative and comprehensive videos later, I will be making an appt tomorrow to have thyroid checked (and full blood work up). He explains everything so clearly. Thanks you!!! New sub here.
Another excellent video! Amiodarone affected my thyroid and have been on levothyroxine ever since, and as I get older ( I am a 60y/o male) the dose I take has risen. Interesting point about ectopic beats, have never heard this before, as even though I had a successful ablation 3 years ago I do still get some ectopic beats
Many thanks for taking the time to record these videos, it is much appreciated.
I love watching and learning from these videos. Your style of delivery is excellent and the editing is spot on. However, so much info is packed into each video that it is like taking a drink from a fire hose. I watch the videos with a notepad and pen, and pause to replay often so I clearly understand the message. You have exceptional clarity of thought and deep understanding of your topics. Thank you for sharing with us.
That's what's so great about his videos! You can listen over and over again - if needed and when needed. They live forever and serve many. That's the genius of them His idea and his gift.
Your face when the doorbell rang , priceless 🤣 . Good vid , I have radiation induced hypothyroidism, and suffer from ectopics. ( Well , I don't suffer , but I have them. )
Omg im the sane and had then fur 5 yrs. Have you tried magnesium. Is this why i get them. Will they ever go away
@@Ap9-q5f yep magnesium in my bath . Vitamin D , ectopics don't go away , you learn to live with them or rather learn to ignore them ,
Yorkshire eMTB I have them all the time I just ignore them at this point
@@hahau629I don't mean to be rude by answering a question directed towards someone else but I have the same condition. I had hyperthyroidism and was prescribed radiation treatment whereby my thyroid was exposed to something in a large gray cylinder. I don't remember the name but I have it in my medical files. I have several symptoms of hypothyroidism but because my numbers are in a normal range my concerns to follow up with a specialist go unheard.
Great video, absolutely clarifying and interesting! Thank you! 🙏🏼
Dear doctor, thank YOU for all that you do for us! Best wishes for the 2020!
Eye opening. Thank you for the info, Dr. Knowledge is so empowering.
This described my problem precisely!!. I have a doctor who says treat the heart first and then the thyroid. Oh my god. I thought it was a thyroid problem cause my pulse wass so slow. I need to Sanjay Gupta for my doctor right now! Bless him!
I have ALL the symptoms you mentioned but every time I tell a doctor that I think it’s hypothyroidism they blow me off and say, NO it can’t be because all your thyroid hormones are normal. It’s easier for them to say I’m fat, tired, depressed and have high blood pressure because I’m overeating even though I told them that I only eat once a day and that’s dinner. They’ve basically call me a liar by saying things like calories in calories out. They want to put me on blood pressure medication but I refuse because I know what I eat and I refuse to let them put a bandaid on the problem and make me more sick by putting me on a lot of unnecessary medication if they would just listen to me and perform other tests or try giving me thyroid medication to see if it helps.
I even told them that I took my temperature in the morning under my arm before I get up and it’s anywhere from 93.6 to 96.9, which only proves that I have hypothyroidism. They just ignore me; so now I refuse to let them weigh me because if they don’t care what’s causing my weight gain and other hypothyroidism symptoms I’m not going to let them criticize my weight gain and let them continue shaming me because that only makes me more depressed.
I can hardly walk anymore because I get so out of breath just walking 50’ or going up 10 steps!
I feel like I’m dying!!!😢
I’m not saying this about ALL doctors but when did medicine become all about the all mighty dollar?
Most doctors don’t work for the patients anymore they work for the insurance companies and pharmaceutical companies!
It’s rare to find a good doctor that will put their patients FIRST and do what’s best for them and their health and do everything within their power and abilities to get them well again.
Sorry but that’s the truth because I’ve seen it first hand when I was in the medical field and of course as a patient. It literally makes me sick what’s happened to medicine!
Look into getting Spectracell blood analysis. I had it done and it was very revealing. It took the guesswork out of it. I paid $400.00 for the works and it was worth every penny. I have the MTHFR mutated gene that alot of people have and don't know it. I take megadoses of methylated B12 and feel better. You may be low on minerals since our soil is depleted and you only eat once a day. Do you take a GOOD multivitamin? Nascent iodine helps too. Why can't you walk? Is it the weight issue or do you have arthritis? Please don't lose hope.
I am guessing but have they checked your blood glucose and checked you for asthma. One meal a day is not good. Low carb (not Keto) eating several times a day can stabilize blood sugar levels. Take a good probiotic and fiber. Start walking even if it’s five minutes a day. Please don’t give up. There is hope. Took me over 5 years to figure it all out.
Wowwww! That's exactly how I feel everyday and how I feel about these doctors ...
Go to a Functional Medicine or Integrative Medicine Practice. Can’t stress this enough. Also I would insist on a D3 lab test - research D deficiency.
The calories in/calories out is BS, especially for Hypothyroid patients. I barely ate because I was not hungry and still couldn’t get back to my size 2/4 frame, it was a nightmare in every way, mentally, emotionally, and physically draining. You go from this attractive, vibrant, healthy person, to a puffy faced and bloated mess.. the brain changes. Hell, basically. The only thing that worked for me was carnivore and T3 hormone.. I didn’t have hair loss, I still had my thick long hair, but many aren’t so lucky.. the hair loss eventually comes if hypo progresses without treatment. The walking and down stairs was so scary, so I understand what you are saying.. horrific. I hope you find/found the treatment that you need to feel well.
Had Graves hyperthyroid. Took a pill became hypothyroid. Since 2009. Taking levothyroxine. My cholesterol is 221 was 240. My tregigylides is 73 hdl is. 49. I asked my doctor for a EKG because I was concerned about my heart I took it and it came out abnormal the results said I have inferior infarct undetermined age. I see a cardiologist for the first time in about 4 weeks I'm crossing my fingers everything will check out. I think I got high cholesterol when I became hypothyroid. I have high blood pressure but I'm taking a little dose of 50 mg of metropolol my blood pressure is usually 120/70 anyhow I keep you informed and everyone else I subscribed to the channel thank you so much. I just turned 57 years old otherwise I am perfectly healthy and no problems
I just found this video and was thrilled to find that is the problem I’m having! I have hypothyroidism was found about 3 years ago and the a year and a half I had a double bypass… I kept saying why why why ? My BP is high even on medication the statins cause such cramping of my legs and muscles it’s unbearable. I eat 0 cholesterol and live on a very resistive diet and the doctors don’t pay attention to my thyroid. Thank you for this very informative video… now I know the why and will look for a doctor to fix it!
T3 has been withdrawn and no new patients are allowed to have Armour Thyroxine. This, I'm sure, is patient neglect. Getting Doctors to take note of Hypothyroid symptoms is a nightmare;; they just go by numbers.
@@wizardatmath Thank you very much for this in depth reply. For quite a few years I've had a rough idea of what is going on. I will bookmark this page to go over everything here.
I get T3 on the NHS prescribed by endocrinologist. Had it for over 2 years
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My Endo refuses to do a full thyroid panel blood test. Only tsh.? Pointless. I have cfs/ Me Hashimotos hypothyroid. Still have hyp symptoms. Yet endo thinks i am over prescribed? As tsh is low. How can he possibly assess without full blood panel?
Thank you for sharing this information!
Hi Dr a Bless New Year keep doing your great Work Love Peace Joy to all 🙏 ❤️
Thank you for this video - very useful information.
You haven't mentioned Atrial Fibrillation. I am borderline and was told it is as a result of my Hypothyroidism. I also have Ectopics but had never been told that was also linked. The timeline of my many diagnosise now makes sense! Thank you for explaining the high BP that's been worrying as I've been slightly low all my life. I've had this for at least two years longer than my results would have dictated.
Always Great work . . Thank you so much our best Doctor ❤❤❤
Thank you for very informative video.
Amazing info Dr.❤
Thank you so much for sharing this. I was diagnosed with subclinical hypothyroidism and I never took the prescribed medication for it. I did lots of research and learned that the medication doesn't heal the condition, but could bring on other health problems. (I didn't have time for that mad science treatment:() So I worked with a Chiropractor and my body restored itself, bringing my levels back to normal. I do have to also watch my stress levels and keep my endocrine system balanced with diet and lifestyle, and supplements for the deficiencies I had. I never got any heart, cholesterol, or blood pressure issues from it. Thank you again for this video.
Thank you Dr Gupta. My Endo has never explained this!!!
Thank you for this great video
Very spot-on video. I’ve had Hashimoto’s hypothyroidism since I was 13 (I’m now nearly 51). Even though I’m thin, I’m still starting to experience this rise in blood pressure. And the extra beats. My hypothyroidism is, and has been treated daily since I was diagnosed. And I’m religious with my medication on an empty stomach. Ive also just been taken off my hormone pills due to turning 51, and I’m scared things will worsen due to this. I’ve also had high total cholesterol, although my LDL to HDL ratio is VERY good, I’m told. Very tricky disease, indeed.
Love these videos. So educational Thank You
I got adult onset type one diabetes at age 55 from too much sugar and had a TSH thyroid test which was normal , but after listening to Dr. Richard Bernstein’s Tele seminars, I learned that most of his diabetic patients have hypothyroidism and I had the symptoms. It took me a while to convince my practitioner that I needed a free T3 & free T4 thyroid test which is quite different from the TSH test. I was 15 points below low normal! I am now on generic Synthroid medication and I am beginning to feel much better. I do believe you concur with Dr. Richard Bernstein. He invented the basal bolus method of insulin and distributed the first diabetic meters. I love the man. My diabetic numbers are under control for the first time in 13 years. I do believe the ADA was bought off. Most everything they say is wrong including most meters. Thank you for explaining this in further detail. Dr. Richard Bernstein does live teleseminars every month and is on RUclips as well. I listen as often as possible.
Barbara Mowrey WHAT YOU SAID! 👍😁I’m also diabetic ( T2) and also adore Dr Bernstein. The man is a true genius! I’m also a great admirer of Dr Gupta and have learned so much practical information from him. I love the way he explains complex medical facts ( and hypotheses) so that lay people can become informed and become able to be better informed patients! AND LEAD HAPPIER, HEALTHIER LIVES! 😁🥳
Elisa Frye You are so right! Dr. Bernstein is 85 years old this year and has had type one diabetes since a child and was only expected to live for up to 30 years. We are sisters!
Thank You so much . You have put my mind at rest. Knowing that getting the thyroxine right will alleviate problems.I had a total thyroidectomy 10 years ago. I researched the fact that cholesterol goes up. You have verified all thoughts of what I was thinking.
Very informative video, thanks Doc 😊
Thank you my heart been beating fast I didn’t understand why
I am waiting for blood tests
I am praying and hoping for the best
I'm in the UK and most GPs don't take it seriously. My hypothyroidism has been left untreated for several years and as a result I now have heart issues. I wish GPs would listen to their patients more.
M 20 I too got hypo high high level, TSH was 100+ severe Anxiety and high BPM and PALPITATIONS and panic attacks and gas bloating and fatigue weaknesses muscle pain low appetite. Onto 150mg levo and homoeopathy medicine for this. Improving and working with my doc to get better. Symptoms came from sept 22, diagnosed in nov 22 and onto med since then. I was so paranoid about my health, cried for many days with health Anxiety. Was so scared about my heart too. But things are improved I'm 40% recoverd i can say. Lost 7 kgs in a month. All the swelling is gone,
Update : 10 Feb 23, was going to the loo 3 4 times a day and was hyper all the time like over existing in life tested again TSH WAS 0.78, T3 T4 all in 200s was overmedicated. Onto 100mg now feeling fatigue and tired all all day, unable to think properly sleepy all time. Working with doc. Life with thyroid i guess.
Thank you so much for all of the reassurance you have given me over the years. Can’t thank you enough. I’d also love to see a video about hyperthyroidism and it’s affect on the heart.
Dr. Gupta, Thank you.....This makes sense of all the symptoms and issues that I experience ....EXTREME fatigue and symptoms still an issue...12 years on Levothroxine. Very helpful.
Thank you very informative.
Just back from hospital with high blood pressure. Apparently my heart and arteries are fine. In fact because they can find no fault on ECG, ultrasound or bloods, they suspect the one thing that's off. TSH is 11. I told them it's been much higher in the past 12 years and I never had tight chest nor high BP that I was aware of until the past week. I am known to skip medication if I think it's too near a coffee or a meal and always wanted to heal my thyroid, suspecting it's full of oxalates from a plant based diet. Anyway, today's scare and your information will have me taking my meds more keenly. In 12 years no endocrinologist could be bothered to explain to me the risks I might be at. Stroke was mentioned years ago but with zero explanation. Thanks.
Thank you for this. My tsh was 49 until my meds have been upped. I did quite a lot of research because of the eptopics I had been getting. I never knew it could do so much damage.
And also because of your video I'm definitely going to discuss regular blood tests to keep checking the thyroid!!!!
Thank you for this informative video. I learn a lot more about my health from your videos than from a visit to my GP. Can't blame him since they typically tend to be hard pressed for time and they really cannot spend too much time with each patient. Your videos help me understand more so that I can ask the right questions during my consultation. Thank you Dr Sanjay Gupta
What an amazing knowledgeable teacher you are! Thank you
AWESOME AND CREDITABLE INFORMATION!! I JUST HAVE BEEN DIAGNOSED WITH HYPOTHYROIDISM AND MY TRIGLYCERIDES SKY ROCKETED! THANK YOU FOR A VERY INFORMATIVE VIDEO🙏❤
Have you tried herbal medications it worked for me with no side effects
@@marryramirez4551 I did while it was subclinical and unfortunately they did not help my numbers any, it then progressed to full hypothyroidism. Thank you for your reply!
@@sparkle9482 no you haven't tried these kind of Herbal Medications if you did you won't be talking like that I suggest you get in touch with Dr Mabosa herbal on RUclips he was the one who helped me he can help you too trust me i can can give you his contact if you want
Thank you so much for making these videos. I have Hashimoto’s and have experienced many of the things you mentioned. I need a new cardiologist and was in the process of getting started with one when the Corona virus hit. My former cardiologist had told me that I have POTS but never tried to find out why I have it. I have noticed, some days, that I have pitting edema in my lower legs after being on my feet a lot during the day. You have helped me understand things better and that encourages me to press on in getting in to see a cardiologist who will work with my endocrinologist. Thank you!
Many thanks for your extremely informative presentation. The information has been really helpful in explaining some of my cardiac symptoms which have been worrying. I have subclinical hypothyroidism and have been experiencing many of the symptoms you have discussed. Wonderful information to take forward and investigate further. Much gratitude
Wait this explains everything that has happened to me 😱 I have hypothyroidism and have experienced the extra beat (which feels like skipping beat). Also had an EKG that said I have LONG QT
Jamielynn S how are you doing now
Are you doing any better now?
Always great information.
Thank you for helping with my anatomy & pathology essay for my Nutritional Therapy course. Really easy to follow and helpful video!
very helpful. I am dealing with this issue right now. Thank You Dr Gupta, Rosemary
I'm a health professional in the industry for nearly 30 years and have studied functional medicine for the last decade. Why do women have hypothyroidism more than men? Because of estrogen in the majority of cases! Estrogen BLOCKS the uptake of iodide to the thyroid and without adequate iodide women will not only suffer with hypothyroidism, they will also suffer from uterine fibroids, cysts, polyps/endometriosis, fibrocystic breasts, and so on. One thing leads to another and eventually you could end up with cancer. The fix? Iodine/Iodide! Much more to this, but will stop here since this comment is getting lengthy.
Yes! Nicely summarised
@@RynKatthanks for sharing this.
@@jesse20241 also worth looking up phosphorus and phosphate (the salt form). Lack of phosphorus can cause a plethora of symptoms too. We need all the trace minerals in order to function correctly
The conversation changing so often from hypo to hyper makes me wonder if I understood the causes and effects correctly. I would love to hear more of this, but with the 2 different types separated. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.
This was Hypothyroidism
Thank you Dr. Gupta for this valuable information!
You really have a video on everything, many praises!
God bless you doctor, That was so easy to understand
I have hypothyroidism, it was a great video. I am currently getting my levels adjusted
Doc this week's video was awesomely informative. I am hypothyroid since 3 years now. I am now off Thyroxine (88mcg) for last 8 weeks now. Monitoring my TSH and has been subclinical (6.2 units) after 8 weeks. I am attributing this to a specific yoga and medication. Not sure if there is a relationship but will keep checking TSH another 4 week & 8 weeks.
You got a new camera! Looks great!
Dr sanjay gupta sir very informative feedback thanks and good wishes 14/11/2020
Love you Dr. Gupta!! ❤️
Thank you for all your helpful videos, and Happy New Year from Houston!
Thank you Dr Gupta. I have hypothyroidism, and take 100mcgs daily.
I'm considering taking Magnesium Taurate for my hypertension because of the side effects from Amlodopine 5mgs, reducing it to 2.5mgs, which I struggle with. My GP has suggested I take Ramopril 2.5mgs but this also has side effects.
I have taken Magnesium Citrate for cramps, and it also helps me relax, and sleep better. My body tolerates it well.
I think you mentioned 500mgs daily Magnesium Taurate for cardiac patients in a previous video.
Have you tried herbal medications it worked for me with no side effects
Thank you Dr. Gupta
thanks for a clear information of hypothyroid and cardiovascular system
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This is very interesting. I have had people tell me that if my BP is high it's because I am taking too much thyroid medication.
Excellent video. Thank you Dr G.
Brilliant and thank you. Now I understand that that hypothyroidism can unbalance my blood pressure and cholesterol.
I really like how you interpret the data doctor Sanjay. I always get informations that are beneficial even in this video i found new informations regarding hypothyrodisim especially the long Qt and amiodarone i hope you keep feeding us interesting topics thank you doctor😀
Thank you! I have most of these symptoms and now I know what to talk to my doctor about. I would never have guessed it was thyroid
Thank you Doctor you are very good. God bless you
Wow! Very thorough explanations. Thank you!
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Thank you. The explanation of hypothyroidism is helpful and provides new insights for the layperson.