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Undergoing IVF, Synthroid Dosage Increased Due To Low TSH Level. Should I Go Ahead With My Cycle?
hi im currently on stim shots for an ivf cy cle. now my tsh level came back 6.5 my dr. increased my synthroid two weeks ago, when I asked my dr if we shud go ahead with the ivf cycle he said yes cuz it takes 4 wks for the highrrdose of synthroide to show up. but I dont feel comfy going ahead with the cycle. so my question is shud I or go ahead or wait till my thyroid stablizes?
Mon, 27 Oct 2014
Hi,
It all depends on whether you want to be perfectly prepared for IVF or not.
The ideal TSH before planning for pregnancy is when your TSH is less than 2.5. But you could conceive with a TSH of 6.5 as your physician have increased the dose. The risk is for miscarriage which will be approximately around two times when your TSH is 6.5.
Hope I have answered your question. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help.
Regards
Dr Ajish TP
Consultant Endocrinologist
It all depends on whether you want to be perfectly prepared for IVF or not.
The ideal TSH before planning for pregnancy is when your TSH is less than 2.5. But you could conceive with a TSH of 6.5 as your physician have increased the dose. The risk is for miscarriage which will be approximately around two times when your TSH is 6.5.
Hope I have answered your question. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help.
Regards
Dr Ajish TP
Consultant Endocrinologist
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