Patient's question:
My sister has hyperthyroidism and underwent I-131 treatment. Can she have children after the I-131 treatment and develop hypothyroidism?Doctor's answer:
Radioiodine treatment for hyperthyroidism is a relatively ideal method for treating hyperthyroidism, but it is not possible to conceive and have children until at least one year after the treatment. The most common sequelae of radioiodine treatment for hyperthyroidism is hypothyroidism. If your sister experiences hypothyroidism, it is recommended to have her thyroid function adjusted back to normal before conceiving and having children. After obtaining permission from the endocrinology doctor, she can prepare for pregnancy.