Patient's question:
Doctor, I have never been diagnosed with TSH before. At 23 weeks of pregnancy, my TSH level was 5.1, and I started taking for two weeks. The result of the second follow-up test was 2.3. Both T3 and T4 were normal in both tests. I would like to ask, will this still affect the baby's intellectual and nervous system development? I noticed it a bit late, but starting medication at 23 weeks isn't too late, right? Although my TSH has come down now, I still can't shake off my worries and doubts. I'm so worried that the baby inside me might have further issues with neural and intellectual development. I hope to hear the opinions of the doctors. Thank you.Doctor's answer:
You are already this far along in your pregnancy, which proves that all the necessary precautions you should have taken have been done. If the check-up results are normal, it means the baby is still healthy. You have already started taking medication, which is not too late. Regular prenatal check-ups and follow-up tests are sufficient.The above advice is for the question "Doctor, I have never been tested for TSH before. I was tested at 23 weeks of pregnancy," and I hope it helps you. Wishing you good health!