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Can Enlarged Tonsils Cause Deranged Thyroid Function?
Can enlarged tonsils cause changes in Thyroid function. Just received a call from doctor said my T3 and T4 were elevated and TSH low. I have had anxiety and racing heart off and on for years.I've been checked by cardiologists, gastrointestinal doctors etc. They said before it was in my head but I think maybe I've had bouts of hyperthyroidism since I was young (I'm 54 now. I have had frequent sore throats and my tonsils are hypertrophyed
Tue, 25 Nov 2014
Hi,
Welcome to HCM. I had gone through your question and understand your concerns.
Your tonsils and thyroid are totally unrelated organs. Please share with us the thyroid function reports to explain your condition better. Increased T4 and T3 and low TSH is suggestive of hyperthyroidism. It can be due to thyroiditis usually associated with neck pain or due to hyperthyroidism. Additional tests like technitium scan may be needed. So consult a doctor for detailed evaluation.
Hope I have answered your question. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help.
Regards
Dr Ajish TP
Consultant Endocrinologist
Welcome to HCM. I had gone through your question and understand your concerns.
Your tonsils and thyroid are totally unrelated organs. Please share with us the thyroid function reports to explain your condition better. Increased T4 and T3 and low TSH is suggestive of hyperthyroidism. It can be due to thyroiditis usually associated with neck pain or due to hyperthyroidism. Additional tests like technitium scan may be needed. So consult a doctor for detailed evaluation.
Hope I have answered your question. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help.
Regards
Dr Ajish TP
Consultant Endocrinologist
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