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.
Xiphoid process is also known as metasternum, xiphisternum and xiphoid cartilage. It is located exactly at the center of the chest below the nipple line in a downward projection at the lowest portion of the rib that connects the sternum.The xiphoid process has a sharp tip making it look like a sword.The primary function of which is in the attachment of a muscle that is significant for the breathing process which is called the diaphragm. Xiphoid process also serves as an attachment for rectus abdominus muscle and the transversus thoracis muscle.iphoid process is generally an unsupported structure and unprotected by the ribcage that it is potential for an easy break off. The break in the xiphoid process is particularly potential during the cardiopulmonary resuscitation that extra care is necessary when performing CPR.