WOMENS-HEALTH Messages for February, 2003: Re: Hypothyroidism and TTC

Re: Hypothyroidism and TTC

From: Alicia M. Lapidus M.D. (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Thu, 27 Feb 2003 08:39:25 -0600 (CST)

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At Thu, 27 Feb 2003, Christy wrote: >
>We have been TTC for over a year but my cycles were only 21 days until 4
>months ago when I started Clomid. I only took the Clomid for 2 cycles
>and ovulated CD17 and have ovulated on CD17 the 3 cycles since with a
>28-29 day cycle. I was tested for hypothyroidism and received the
>results today of 11.5 but was told that I didn't require treatment. I
>read that above 5.5 (some say 1.5) is abnormal. I have had severe
>symptoms lately like dizziness, lightheaded, racing heart, irritable
>bowel syndrome, stomach ulcers, severe anxiety, mood swings, reccurrent
>throat infections, ringing in ears, sensitivity to light, severe
>menstrual cramps (never had cramps before), wearing sweaters in 95
>degree weather, etc. Should I insist on treatment, get a second
>opinion, or trust this doctor?

11.5 of what hormone?

-- Alicia M. Lapidus M.D. Director Obgyn.net Latina Chief of Staff Obstetrics, Hospital J. A. Fernández Buenos Aires Argentina Note: opinions expressed here are for educational purposes only and, as such, do not constitute a physician-patient relationship. This information is not intended to supplant the need for you to consult with your physician prior to choosing therapeutic options and/or interventions.

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