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Is TSH Level Of 8.68 Normal?
Question: Hi I'm 4weeks pregnant and I have thyroid adn PCOS. My TSH shows up 8.68 last week and i'm undergoing medication for the same. What are the steps or care that needs to be taken for avaoiding any miscarriage .
Brief Answer:
Start with thyroid supplements.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for trusting us with your health concern.
Your TSH levels are high and you need to start with proper thyroid supplements so that the levels come back to normal as soon as possible. This thyroid abnormality can cause a delayed growth in the fetus.
PCOS does not affect the pregnancy. It only delays the conception but once the baby is conceived there is usually no problem.
You should have small frequent meals which should include healthy stuff like milk, sprouts, cheese, soya, green leafy vegetables and fruits. Almonds, pine nuts and walnuts are very good for you. Drink a lot of water. Avoid heavy work and climbing stairs at a fast pace.
An ultrasound and blood investigations after 2 weeks so as to screen for certain things which is a routine in all pregnant women and to check the thyroid levels.
keep a regular follow up with your gynecologist as advised by her.
Please feel free to discuss further. I will be glad to answer the follow up queries that you have.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Rakhi Tayal.
For future query, you can directly approach me through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Rakhi-Tayal
Start with thyroid supplements.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for trusting us with your health concern.
Your TSH levels are high and you need to start with proper thyroid supplements so that the levels come back to normal as soon as possible. This thyroid abnormality can cause a delayed growth in the fetus.
PCOS does not affect the pregnancy. It only delays the conception but once the baby is conceived there is usually no problem.
You should have small frequent meals which should include healthy stuff like milk, sprouts, cheese, soya, green leafy vegetables and fruits. Almonds, pine nuts and walnuts are very good for you. Drink a lot of water. Avoid heavy work and climbing stairs at a fast pace.
An ultrasound and blood investigations after 2 weeks so as to screen for certain things which is a routine in all pregnant women and to check the thyroid levels.
keep a regular follow up with your gynecologist as advised by her.
Please feel free to discuss further. I will be glad to answer the follow up queries that you have.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Rakhi Tayal.
For future query, you can directly approach me through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Rakhi-Tayal
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Raju A.T
Thank you so much for the prompt response. Also We had planned a trip to ANdaman on 31st of this month. Is it safe ? and COuld you please tell us any precautions and Safety measures to follow during the trip.
Brief Answer:
Best to avoid travelling.
Detailed Answer:
Hello.
Thanks for writing again.
It is best to avoid travelling during first 12 weeks of pregnancy as it can aggravate nausea and pain abdomen. If you are feeling normal with no pain abdomen or nausea or bleeding then you can plan the trip only after consulting a gynecologist and getting an ultrasound scan done. Do take the medicines regularly and avoid hot and spicy food and prefer the home made food.
Hope my answer is helpful.
Do accept my answer in case there are no further queries.
Regards.
Best to avoid travelling.
Detailed Answer:
Hello.
Thanks for writing again.
It is best to avoid travelling during first 12 weeks of pregnancy as it can aggravate nausea and pain abdomen. If you are feeling normal with no pain abdomen or nausea or bleeding then you can plan the trip only after consulting a gynecologist and getting an ultrasound scan done. Do take the medicines regularly and avoid hot and spicy food and prefer the home made food.
Hope my answer is helpful.
Do accept my answer in case there are no further queries.
Regards.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Raju A.T
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