10 Hyperthyroidism Symptoms
Reviewed: Dr. Mera
Symptom #7: Dyspnea
In hyperthyroidism, weakness of the skeletal muscles may occur. This is also seen in the diaphragm and intercostal muscles. Patients with hyperthyroidism have reduced respiratory muscle strength.
It is often seen in patients with hyperthyroidism during exercise and even at rest. While the cause is yet to be fully understood, experts believe that it might be associated to inappropriate ventilatory response because of the increased metabolic rate.
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