Bipolar And Thyroid - I've Been Diagnosed As Rapid Cycling

Bipolar and thyroid

Asked for Female, 24 Years

I've been diagnosed as rapid cycling bipolar. Can thyroid problems cause extreme mood swings over the course of a day?

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Ms. Mithila Desai

Clinical Psychologist 37 yrs exp Mumbai

Yes it can affect your mood primarily causing anxiety and depression , esp in hyperthyroidism

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