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Question asked by Prateek

Prateek
November 14, 2014

Can my wife conceive while on thyroid medication?

My wife is 31 years old and was recently diagnosed with hypothyroidism. We are trying to have a child. Can she conceive while on treatment for hypothyroidism?

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  • Onlymyhealth Team  / November 14, 2014
    Answered by Onlymyhealth Team

    Yes, you two can plan a pregnancy and in majority of cases, all goes well with medication. Regular monitoring for thyroid function tests can check the risks of hypothyroidism, such as early abortion, foetal abnormality, small baby, and preterm labour.

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  • Anjali  / November 14, 2014
    Answered by Anjali

    Hi, I too became pregnant while taking medicines for hypothyroidism. I must tell you that your wife's medications can be continues after delivery when the requirements may change. She will also need to control her thyroid because after delivery, proble...  more

    Hi, I too became pregnant while taking medicines for hypothyroidism. I must tell you that your wife's medications can be continues after delivery when the requirements may change. She will also need to control her thyroid because after delivery, problems can develop on return of menses and breast feeding.

     

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