Patient's question:
I see that all my friends around me have children. I'm quite allergic to children. Recently, I'm planning to have a child, but during a thorough medical check-up, I found out that I have hyperthyroidism. Can a woman with hyperthyroidism have children?Doctor's answer:
A woman with hyperthyroidism is not recommended to have children. Hyperthyroidism can heal on its own, so it is important to actively cooperate in the treatment until the hyperthyroidism is completely cured, after which it is possible to have children normally. However, having a child during the period of hyperthyroidism is very dangerous, as the medication used for treatment can interfere with the fetus's growth and development through the placenta. If a woman with hyperthyroidism becomes pregnant, it can alleviate the condition of hyperthyroidism, but it may also lead to severe complications. Additionally, women with hyperthyroidism who become pregnant are more likely to experience premature birth, miscarriage, and stillbirth.