Normal functioning of the endocrine system is necessary for pregnancy to occur and continue in a healthy way. Endocrinological disorders, especially related to the thyroid, pituitary, ovarian and adrenal glands, that occur before and during pregnancy can affect conception, baby losses, and the healthy course of pregnancy. In terms of hormonal and metabolic problems that may develop during pregnancy, endocrinological follow-up is required by relevant specialists before and during pregnancy.
Thyroid hormone is important in pregnancy. Every woman should be evaluated for thyroid hormones before and during pregnancy. Because women with thyroid hormone deficiency have a high risk of inability to conceive and miscarriage. Growth and mental retardation may occur in babies of women with thyroid hormone deficiency. In pregnancy, thyroid hormone excess may develop in relation to pregnancy. In these cases, by identifying and appropriately treating patients in need of treatment by endocrinology specialists, unnecessary drug use in many patients and the risk of congenital anomalies associated with these drugs can be prevented.
In patients under treatment for hypothyroidism, they should be sure that adequate thyroid hormone support is provided by looking at their thyroid hormone levels before pregnancy is planned. In patients whose thyroid hormone levels cannot be adequately achieved, it should be aimed to reach thyroid hormone levels in the blood by regulating thyroid hormone intake before pregnancy is planned. After pregnancy occurs, thyroid hormone levels should be monitored every 1.5-2 months to ensure that adequate support is provided.
