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TSH elevation associated with pregnancy problems
TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) when elevated even within the 'normal' range at preconception, can result in adverse pregnancy outcomes.
Levothyroxine therapy and normal TSH yet hypothyroid symptoms
A significant proportion of patients treated with levothyroxine continue to experience residual symptoms of hypothyroidism, including psychological and metabolic effects, due to inadequate conversion of T4 to T3.
Thyroid autoimmunity and iron deficiency in pregnancy
Thyroid autoimmunity and iron deficiency are linked in pregnancy, posing a risk for numerous adverse fetal and maternal outcomes, including miscarriage.
Subclinical hypothyroidism in pregnancy
Subclinical hypothyroidism has been associated with multiple adverse maternal, fetal, and neonatal outcomes...On the basis of current evidence, we believe it is reasonable to recommend treating women with new onset subclinical hypothyroidism during pregnancy.
Cognitive impairment associated with low but still 'normal' TSH
A study just published JCEM (The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism) offers evidence that TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) levels when low but still 'normal' are associated with cognitive impairment and dementia.
Borderline TSH can strongly predict future hypothyroidism
Borderline TSH can strongly predict future hypothyroidism
Thyroid dysfunction in pediatric disorders of learning, behavior and development
Thyroid dysfunction in pediatric disorders of learning, behavior and development