Thyroid Problems And Infertility
The thyroid gland produces two hormones: T3 and T4. These hormones regulate our body metabolism including the menstrual cycle and of course the ovulation where the mature egg cell is released. Any problems with this gland and other glands or organs directly related to the production of thyroid hormones will affect the capability of the woman to reproduce.
Thyroid Problems And Female Infertility
Here are some tests that will help you identify thyroid problems:
- Thyroid Simulating Hormone (TSH) levels determination. This will diagnose a hypothyroid (underactive thyroid gland) or a hyperthyroid (overactive thyroid gland).On either way, woman cannot maintain pregnancy or become pregnant.
- Antibody Compatibility. When you have no thyroid problems and getting pregnant is still a concern, you might be having an antibody reaction. Antibodies are proteins that fight foreign cells, and your baby could be identified foreign to them.
Hyperthyroidism And Fertility Problem
When a woman has hyperthyroidism, she and the baby are at risk. Complications include:
- Miscarriages
- Premature births
- Intrauterine growth retardation or the growth of the fetus inside the womb decreases or halts
- Maternal high blood pressure which predisposes her to eclampsia (a fatal condition characterized by seizure) and heart problems
Some Pointers:
Thyroid and fertility problems happen but not always.
- Never cease trying
- Talk to your doctor about your plan to become pregnant and about the medications to be taken before and during pregnancy
- Try to have intercourse during the most fertile days. You can ask your gynaecologist about it. Or you can buy a commercial leutinizing hormone (LH) indicator. LH stimulates the release of matured egg