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High TSH in 9th month of pregnency
I am currently 37 + 6 days pregnent.Im on 50mcg eltroxin since preconception.
My TSH levels have been normal throughout the pregnency however in the blood test done today it is at 5.9uiU/ml.
I am really worried as the due date is nearing soon.will this have an adverse impact?
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Dr. Swapnil Ganeshpure
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16 yrs exp
Navi Mumbai
Don’t worry, it is unlikely to have any adverse effect on you or baby at this stage. Yes, it is slightly high ( normal upper limit is 3microIU for 3rd trimester). You need to meet your doctor and get dose of eltroxine adjusted.
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