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Kathleen Bruce <[log in to unmask]>
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Wed, 30 Mar 2005 22:34:50 -0500
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I would recommend that the mother have blood testing done, and not just a
thyroid cascade *where they do one test, and if that is abnormal, they do
another, etc.*, but instead have a whole panel done. Then, she can have
replacement of whatever is low, thyroid-wise.  If she is deficient enough in
thyroid, chances are that she will not successfully become pregnant, ...
That is what I've been told, anyway...and it makes sense. I would suggest
replacing with medication, ..there are options. Armour thyroid is one
option, synthroid another.  Some people need T3 replacement as well.  I
would suggest that she be checked several times during pregnancy, as this
can make previously stable thyroid levels fluctuate.

Having tried to manage thyroid difficulties for 18 years, I have settled on
armour thyroid myself, but I do get checked frequently, and adjust
medication as necessary. I would not take a chance with herbal preparations,
just because I feel so lousy if things are not well managed...but that is
just my own opinion.

Kathleen


Kathleen Bruce RN IBCLC
Independent consultant: Breastfeeding Clinic of Vermont, Lactation
Resources of Vermont, Medela, Inc. Listowner Lactnet listserv
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