If the high thyroid hormone in pregnant women is due to physiological reasons, transient mild elevation, without special treatment; if it is due to hyperthyroidism, you should follow the doctor’s instructions to use anti-thyroid drugs, such as methimazole, propylthiouracil.
1. High thyroid hormone in pregnant women may be a physiological phenomenon, early pregnancy, high levels of human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG), hCG and TSH are structurally similar to each other, can act on the surface of the thyroid TSH receptor antibodies, causing the thyroid to secrete thyroid hormone. Generally, no special treatment is needed, and with the decrease of hCG, it can return to normal.
2. high thyroid hormone in pregnant women may also be due to hyperthyroidism, should follow the doctor’s instructions for the application of antithyroid drugs, pregnancy 1 ~ 3 months application of propylthiouracil treatment, 4 ~ 10 months application of methimazole treatment, dietary avoidance of purslane, kelp and other iodine-rich foods, as well as coffee, strong tea and other stimulating foods to ensure that nutrition is sufficient and comprehensive.
There are many reasons for high thyroid hormone in pregnant women, and it is necessary to go to the hospital and clarify the cause under the guidance of the doctor.