Research Questions Link Between Thyroid Disorders and Type 2 Diabetes
But thyroid hormones can affect blood glucose levels
High levels of thyroid hormone usually increases the blood glucose levels, while lower thyroid hormones are associated with lower glucose levels, a fact that has to be considered in the therapy of diabetes.
Further, thyroid problems are characterized by dyslipidemias (higher cholesterol and triglycerides), adding to the risk of heart problems caused due to diabetes.