Endocrinology: How should hypothyroid in women be treated?

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How should hypothyroid in women be treated?

H K · Accepted Answer

• Aim for a TSH between lower reference limit and 
2.5mU/L 
• Increase their dose of LT4 by 20-30% as soon as 
pregnancy is suspected or confirmed 
• TSH should be monitored every 4 weeks untill mid gestation, and at 30 weeks

Endocrinology

How should hypothyroid in women be treated?

• Aim for a TSH between lower reference limit and 2.5mU/L • Increase their dose of LT4 by 20-30% as soon as pregnancy is suspected or confirmed • TSH should be monitored every 4 weeks untill mid gestation, and at 30 weeks

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