Fertility, Infertility and Thyroid Disease

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Thyroid conditions can complicate both the process of becoming and being pregnant, but when your disease is properly managed, you can have a safe, uneventful pregnancy and delivery.

There are techniques for safe pregnancy with thyroid conditions in detail, including the following tips:

• Taking your medications
• Keeping your thyroid levels -- including TSH and T4 -- under control
• Getting regular care with a specialist familiar with treating pregnant thyroid patients
• Taking charge of your own health

For a comprehensive discussion of fertility and thyroid disease, visit this online resource.