My son was told by his doctor that he may have excelerated thyroid problem.  His blood pressure is high.  His heart beats rapidly and he shows high anxiety.  He is 35 years old; ADD person; has ulcerated colitis since age 17 where pain killers were introduced and he became additive, drug problem from age 17 up to age 29/30.  He is waiting for some blood results to be reviewed.  This is the first time he has seen this doctor.  What would you recommend for further testing, whatever.
Thanks for your question on Chat Doctor. I can understand your concern. Yes, hyperthyroidism can't cause similar symptoms. So better to get done thyroid function test to confirm hyperthyroidism. If thyroid reports are normal then consult psychiatrist as uncontrolled stress and anxiety can also cause similar symptoms. So consult psychiatrist and get done counselling sessions. Try to identify stressor in his life and start working on its solution. He may need anxiolytic Chat Doctor. . Counselling plays very important role in management and stress along with