Thyroid in pregnancy

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Asked for Female, 26 Years

Hi, I am 26, my tsh level is 6.4 and I am 23 weeks (6th month running) pregnant. I am taking eltroxine 88 mcg . But still I am worried for my baby's development. Does this tsh level effect my baby's growth.

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Dr. Nikhil Chitnis Gynecologist/Obstetrician 18 yrs exp Thane Consult Now · Accepted Answer

Dr. Nikhil Chitnis

Gynecologist/Obstetrician 18 yrs exp Thane

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Take 100 mcg daily and repeat levels after 4 wks Tsh levels should be less than 4 in pregnancy Take care Regards

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