Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
Is There Any Chance Of Transmitting Hyperthyroidism To My Baby?
hello doctor,
Recently I delivered my second issue who is 10 months now. Epilepsy was diagnosed in my elder son at the age of 5 (who is now 9y) and I (31y) have been suffering from hyper thyroid from past 4 years so, are there any chances of the diseases being transmitted to the little one.?
Recently I delivered my second issue who is 10 months now. Epilepsy was diagnosed in my elder son at the age of 5 (who is now 9y) and I (31y) have been suffering from hyper thyroid from past 4 years so, are there any chances of the diseases being transmitted to the little one.?
Tue, 23 Sep 2014
Good day,
Noted your concern. If you had auto immune hyperthyroidism ( grave's disease), there is a possibiity of transferring the antibodies to baby via placenta. This may cause fetal hyperthyroidism. There is also a possibiity of auto immune thyroid disease in the future. But please relax, if the baby is growing well , not to worry. Please mention to your pediatrician about your medical history, so that he will keep looking for thyroid illness in child
Regards
Binu
Noted your concern. If you had auto immune hyperthyroidism ( grave's disease), there is a possibiity of transferring the antibodies to baby via placenta. This may cause fetal hyperthyroidism. There is also a possibiity of auto immune thyroid disease in the future. But please relax, if the baby is growing well , not to worry. Please mention to your pediatrician about your medical history, so that he will keep looking for thyroid illness in child
Regards
Binu
I find this answer helpful
Note: For more information on hormonal imbalance symptoms or unmanaged diabetes with other comorbid conditions, get back to us & Consult with an Endocrinologist. Click here to book an appointment.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Recent questions on Thyroid
Loading Online Doctors....