Bipolar disorder treatment: A cause of hypothyroidism?
Bipolar disorder treatment: A cause of hypothyroidism?QuestionI have bipolar disorder and have recently been diagnosed with hypothyroidism. Are the two conditions related in some way? AnswerBipolar disorder and hypothyroidism are not related. But lithium — a common bipolar disorder treatment — can interfere with production of thyroid hormone and lead to hypothyroidism in some people. If you are on long-term lithium therapy for bipolar disorder, your doctor will likely recommend periodic blood tests to evaluate your thyroid function. RelatedLast Updated: 01/25/2007 © 1998-2013 Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research (MFMER). All rights reserved. A single copy of these materials may be reprinted for noncommercial personal use only. "Mayo," "Mayo Clinic," "MayoClinic.com," "Mayo Clinic Health Information," "Reliable information for a healthier life" and the triple-shield Mayo logo are trademarks of Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research.
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