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Do woman that have hypothyroid have trouble getting pregnant?

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Often yes: It is important to get the thyroid normalised before pregnancy.

Answered 7/13/2012

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Dr. Nikolaos Zacharias answered

Specializes in Maternal-Fetal Medicine

Yes.: Thyroid disorders can certainly decrease fertility and damage your fetus' brain; see an endocrinologist to control your thyroid function before attempting pregnancy.

Answered 7/29/2012

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