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Q: Hyperthyroidism and pregnancy

asked by: DoctorQuestion on July 7th, 2008

Scince i have had hyperthyroidism i have not had my menstral cycle i was just wondering if i could still fall pregnant just that the last few weks i have put on a little weight and have been feeling sick.

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Dr. Nikola Gjuzelov , MD

replied on July 9th, 2008

Womens Conditions Answer A4385

Hyperthyroidism prevents ovulation so pregnancy is very hard to achieve. You can get pregnant if the function of the thyroid gland becomes normal and ovulations are established again. But you should be aware that certain types of therapies for hyperthyroidism, like radioiodine, are contraindicated with pregnancy.

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