Hypothyroidism and the Heart. As hypothyroidism progresses, symptoms become worse and more frequent. As the body struggles to adjust to the lower levels of thyroid hormones, additional symptoms and conditions begin to develop.
Xiphoid syndrome: Pain and discomfort that occurs in the lowest portion of the sternum called the xiphoid process.The symptoms may occur sporadically or be associated with conditions such as heart disease, gallbladder disease and bone disease.iphoid syndrome: Pain and discomfort that occurs in the lowest portion of the sternum called the xiphoid process.
Treatment for Xiphoid Process Pain. 1  Analgesics and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are the first line of painkillers that may be given to patients with xiphoid process pain. 2  If it cannot be handled by the first line agents, opioid analgesics may be necessary to decrease the pain.