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Does Hypothyroidism Affect Baby During Pregnancy?

hello my tsh level is 144 and sgpt is 117 i had showed to endo crologist she told me i m having hypo thyroid from long time but i did not knew im 2month pregnant . is thyroid curable will it have any effect on my child developmnt i have been taking throxine sodium tablet 125mg
Thu, 4 Apr 2019
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OBGYN 's  Response
Hi,

First of all, do not panic. As you have already started on 125 MCG thyroid medication, you need not to worry.

As you might be aware that untreated thyroid function abnormalities might have some effect on the physical and mental development of the child.

I will suggest you check TSH levels every 3 months and adjust the dose of medicine accordingly. Please do not miss any pill.

Well treated thyroid disorders do not cause any harm to the mother and the baby.

Please opt for a healthy diet and regular exercise regime. Do take iron, calcium, multivitamin and multimineral tablets regularly.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care

Regards,
Dr Purushottam Neurgaonkar, OBGYN
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General & Family Physician Dr. Prakruthi's  Response
Hi,

It is necessary for you to take thyroid supplements during your pregnancy as it is essential for your pregnancy and for your baby. Whether you will need life long medication can be decided after you deliver.

As a routine 6 weeks post delivery you will be advised to repeat TSH and your doctor will be able to give you further advice. Hope this helps. Have a safe pregnancy.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Prakruthi,
General & Family Physician

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Does Hypothyroidism Affect Baby During Pregnancy?

Hi, First of all, do not panic. As you have already started on 125 MCG thyroid medication, you need not to worry. As you might be aware that untreated thyroid function abnormalities might have some effect on the physical and mental development of the child. I will suggest you check TSH levels every 3 months and adjust the dose of medicine accordingly. Please do not miss any pill. Well treated thyroid disorders do not cause any harm to the mother and the baby. Please opt for a healthy diet and regular exercise regime. Do take iron, calcium, multivitamin and multimineral tablets regularly. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Purushottam Neurgaonkar, OBGYN