What happens if tsh level is high during pregnancy?

Question

I just got my blood test results and my TSH level is a bit high. What exactly happens if TSH levels are high during pregnancy, and is it a cause for concern? I'm a little worried.

Rukmini Narang · Answer

High TSH is very common in pregnancy and easily controlled with thyroxine tablets. Just make sure you take the medicine daily on an empty stomach and don't skip any follow-up blood tests. Please consult your gynac or an endocrinologist soon.

Kamla Mahajan · Answer

I totally understand how scary it feels to see high TSH levels in your report. But please don't cry, it is very common and easily manageable. Just show your doctor immediately, they will give a small tablet to keep you and the baby safe.

Bharti Sanyal · Answer

My TSH also came a bit high in my 1st trimester and my gynac started me on a low dose thyroid pill. I have to repeat the test every month. Did your doctor also ask you to get tested every 4 weeks?

Rachita Majumdar · Answer

High TSH can affect baby's development, so it needs timely action. Since I had PCOS, my thyroid was also fluctuating, but taking daily medication as prescribed by my gynac kept everything perfectly normal. Just get your doctor's advice on the correct dosage.

Madhumita Yadav · Answer

Agar thyroid badha hua hai toh darna mat. Doctor ek choti si goli khali pet khane ko denge, usse sab theek ho jata hai. Gynac se baat karke dawai shuru kar lo jaldi.

Chithra Rajagopalan · Answer

Oh, my thyroid went crazy during pregnancy! I had to pop that tiny pill first thing in the morning and wait for 30 minutes before my tea, which was so hard. Just consult your doctor, get the prescription, and you'll be absolutely fine.