What are the complications for a hypothyroidism mother and its baby?
my wife 28 years of age is hypothyroidism patient with a level of 8.1 and we are expecting a baby in July 2007 , though she is on medicines since from the day one when we get the report of hypothyroidism I just want to know that is there any risk involved for the mother and its baby at this stage
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- Complications of Hypothyroidism During Pregnancy
Once diagnosed, hypothyroidism typically requires daily treatment. Prompt treatment is especially important during pregnancy, because hypothyroidism can increase your risk of certain pregnancy complications including:
miscarriage
preterm labor
hypertension
If left untreated, hypothyroidism can also put your child at risk for developmental problems. In fact, studies have shown that women with untreated hypothyroidism are four times more likely to give birth to a child with a low IQ.
Treating Hypothyroidism During Pregnancy
Quick treatment of hypothyroidism is essential during pregnancy. When treated during the first trimester, the risk of giving birth to a child with developmental issues is greatly reduced. Treatment typically involves taking daily doses of an artificial form of the thyroxine hormone.
If you were diagnosed with hypothyroidism prior to pregnancy, your treatment dosages may have to be increased now that you are pregnant. This is because iron supplements and calcium supplements taken during pregnancy often interfere with thyroxine absorption. For this reason, always try to take your hypothyroidism medication on an empty stomach, either one hour prior to meals, or two hours after meals.
- Cretinism.
- My wife is border case of hypothyroidism, we are currently in UAE
I would just like to know which medicine is available in India for Hypothyroidism.