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Can Hypothyroidism Cause Infertility?
I m 36 yrs old n diagnosed with hypothyroidism with tsh value 6.5 mu/l. I had symptoms of brittle hand nails, severe cold allergy n knee pains. I m having 75 mcg thyronorm. Planning to conceive second child but no +ve results. Currently my tsh value is 3.05 mu/l. Can u plz advice me if pregnancy is not happening due to thyroid problem.
Thu, 3 Apr 2014
hi,welcome to healthcare magic forum.as your problem is hypothyroidism,so it may cause secondary infertility.as you are planning for 2nd child no need to worry much.continue the same treatment after regular treatment when your tsh level will come under normal range you can conceive.consult any endocrinologist.good luck.
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