What are the risks of hyperthyroidism in pregnancy?

Expert answer:

a unsuitable control of hyperthyroidism during pregnancy can lead to: miscarriage, premature delivery, stillbirth, low birth weight, preeclampsia, heart failure.

If the patient has hyperthyroidism and is currently receiving treatment with radioactive iodine, it is recommended to wait at least 6 months after the end of treatment to try to become pregnant.

If the patient is already diagnosed with hyperthyroidism and is pregnant, she should seek the obstetrician, endocrinologist or general practitioner to perform the dose adjustments, of medicines and monitor hormonal rates throughout pregnancy.