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Can hypothyroidism cause fertility problems,could it cause you to never have a baby at all?!if you do get pregnant can hypothyroidism harm your baby?!

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Yes it can: Hypothyroidism can affect your ability to get pregnant or affect the baby. Make sure you take your medicine and have your levels checked by your doctor.

Dr Archer agreed

Answered 5/2/2017

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