Patient's question:
Because of a certain illness, I have been unable to stop taking medication for a long time. Due to the medication, my endocrine system has become problematic. Now, I want to stop taking the medication and regulate my body. I would like to know if treating hyperthyroidism will affect pregnancy?Doctor's answer:
Hyperthyroidism, if carefully examined and diagnosed before pregnancy, requires treatment with drugs such as propylthiouracil and methimazole. Otherwise, it can have a significant impact on the child, either leading to developmental deformities or miscarriage. Regardless of the reason, it is recommended to undergo treatment first, wait for improvement, and then consider having a child. This is primarily because it can cause abnormal menopausal function or harm the growth and development of the child.