Untreated hypothyroidism in late pregnancy may cause adverse effects such as fetal malformation or even fetal death.
Hypothyroidism, short for hypothyroidism, is an endocrine disease in which the metabolism of the whole body is reduced due to a decrease in the synthesis and secretion of thyroid hormones or a weakening of the organization’s action, and can be divided into clinical hypothyroidism and subclinical hypothyroidism.
If hypothyroidism is not treated in late pregnancy, it may affect the fetus. It has an increased incidence of fetal malformations, death, fetal growth restriction, congenital defects or mental retardation. It may also cause adverse effects on the pregnant woman such as placental abruption and heart failure.
Hypothyroidism can be treated with medication, such as oral levothyroxine, which should be used under the guidance of a medical professional.
Therefore, when hypothyroidism is detected in late pregnancy, it is important to seek medical treatment in time to avoid delaying the condition.