Hypothyroidism?

Looking for experiences from other mums with hypothyroidism during pregnancy.

I have pre-existing hypothyroidism and was taking 100 mcg levothyroxine before pregnancy. My thyroid levels were well controlled before conception (TSH 0.38 in March).

I found out I was pregnant at around 4 weeks and informed my GP immediately. No thyroid blood tests were arranged until I specifically requested them. By the time the blood test was done and the results came back, I was 6 weeks 3 days pregnant.

My results were:

* TSH: 5.44
* Free T4: 11.1 pmol/L

My doctor has now increased my levothyroxine from 100 mcg to 150 mcg.

I am extremely worried about whether I may have been undertreated during those first few weeks and whether this could have affected my baby’s brain development or increased the risk of autism or other developmental issues.

Has anyone had similar TSH and Free T4 levels in early pregnancy? How far along were you when it was discovered, and how did your pregnancy and baby turn out?

Thank you – I would really appreciate hearing real experiences.

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