Question re: Hypothyroidism & Pregnancy
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Question re: Hypothyroidism & Pregnancy
| Mon, 01-10-2005 - 8:54pm |
Hi All,
I have been having some early symptoms of pregnancy (nauseau, sore breasts, light cramping, etc.). My period isn't due until Jan. 16, so won't know for sure until then. But about a year or so ago my OBGYN diagnosed me as having hypothyroidism, but because the medicine made me nauseous and dizzy, I haven't been taking it. My question is if I am pregnant, how will this affect my pregnancy and the baby? I've read that it can cause miscarriage and low IQ. Is it too late to get on medication? Thanks for any info you can provide.
Melissa
I have been having some early symptoms of pregnancy (nauseau, sore breasts, light cramping, etc.). My period isn't due until Jan. 16, so won't know for sure until then. But about a year or so ago my OBGYN diagnosed me as having hypothyroidism, but because the medicine made me nauseous and dizzy, I haven't been taking it. My question is if I am pregnant, how will this affect my pregnancy and the baby? I've read that it can cause miscarriage and low IQ. Is it too late to get on medication? Thanks for any info you can provide.
Melissa

Edited 1/10/2005 10:19 pm ET ET by cl-cathypem