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Can hypothyroidism cause early child birth? if so, how early on?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Hypothyroidism: Hypothyroidism can cause developmental issues for a fetus. Hypothyroidism should be treated during pregnancy to get the levels back to normal. Preterm labor is not one of the issues caused by hypothyroidism

Dr Rhoads and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 3/7/2018

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