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How Soon Do I Need To See A Docotr To Check My Tsh Post Conception?

I have hashimoto's disease and I am on 25mg of thyroxin. Miscarried in August 2011 at 11wks and also have pcos. My last check a few weeks ago was 2.5 and I think I may be 3 weeks pregnant but it is too early to test. How soon do i need to see a dr to check my tsh?
Tue, 4 Nov 2014
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Brief answer: Every month

Detailed answer:

Hi,

Welcome to HCM. I had gone through your question and understand your concerns.

Thyroid function tests has to be closely monitored during pregnancy as chance of miscarriage is higher in hypothyroidism. I suggest you to do a thyroid function every month in case of hypothyroidism during pregnancy.

If I were your treating physician I would have increased your thyroid medications to keep the TSH below 2.

Good luck


Hope I have answered your question. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help.


Regards
Dr Ajish TP
Consultant Endocrinologist
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How Soon Do I Need To See A Docotr To Check My Tsh Post Conception?

Brief answer: Every month Detailed answer: Hi, Welcome to HCM. I had gone through your question and understand your concerns. Thyroid function tests has to be closely monitored during pregnancy as chance of miscarriage is higher in hypothyroidism. I suggest you to do a thyroid function every month in case of hypothyroidism during pregnancy. If I were your treating physician I would have increased your thyroid medications to keep the TSH below 2. Good luck Hope I have answered your question. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help. Regards Dr Ajish TP Consultant Endocrinologist