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penybobeny
by penybobeny, Jun 21, 2007 09:25AM
Is there a link between hypothyroid and pheochromocytoma? I ask because I have both and have heard of a link with hyperthyriod but not hypo.
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The both involve the endocrine system and both can lead to hypertension.
It is less clear why some patients with hypothyroidism develop hypertension, but it may be related to decreased tissue metabolism reducing the release of vasodilator metabolites, thereby producing vasoconstriction and increased systemic vascular resistance.
Pheochromocytomas runs in some families or is associated with an inherited condition.
Genetic mutations may be responsible for pheochromocytoma and paraganglioma.
Thats my best shot ;)
GL