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Can The Thyroid Medication Have Any Effect On The Baby During Pregnancy ?

my daughter is 9month old.her paeditriacian told us that according to age her head circumference growth is one cm less as compared to age.although she is very active and follows all her milestones .i am on medication for hypothyroidism for last 6 yr and is under control throught the prenancy.does this effect my baby?m worried. please me out.
Fri, 27 Jan 2012
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hello, have your baby screened for hypothyriodism? if yes and if it is normal then dont worry she will have catch up growth, and if she is also hypothyroid then she should be evaluated and treated.
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Can The Thyroid Medication Have Any Effect On The Baby During Pregnancy ?

hello, have your baby screened for hypothyriodism? if yes and if it is normal then dont worry she will have catch up growth, and if she is also hypothyroid then she should be evaluated and treated.