Hypothyroidism After Pregnancy?

Question

I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism when I was 14 (I'm now 23). I was on medication for a while, but at one point I had a doctor who believed I didn't need meds anymore. I guess my TSH was normal when I first got pregnant a year and a half ago (nothing was mentioned to me and I believe it was tested) However, now I'm having all the symptoms of hypothyroidism I used to have:

*weight gain (I lost weight directly following birth but slowly started gaining again within a week)

*sensitivity to cold

*brain fog (thought it was mommy brain at first)

*extreme fatigue

*hairs thin and falling out

Etc

So, my question is, has any one had the issue of thyroid problems following their pregnancy? I've recently gotten a new doctor, and need to fill out forms before they schedule my appointment. But, I am doing that and making an appointment this week hopefully.

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Your TSH was normal BECAUSE YOU WERE ON MEDICATION! Have your doctor check you again & if it's above 3 you should definitely get on medication!

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They told me I was normal and I was really confused because it just doesn't go away later on I found out I was pregnant told my ob to please test me for antibodies and they told me it looked bad and was put back on my normal dose right away luckily I didn't have to raise the amount. Try to get tested for that hope it helps.

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I was not diagnosed until a few months ago, after having a baby.

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I was diagnosed 3 years ago and am pregnant with my first. I'm 31 weeks so I can't say however my endo wants me to come in 4 or 6 weeks after birth. She said my thyroid levels can change. Prior to pregnancy my TSH was around 2.2 and 2.5. My 1st and 2nd have been .98 with no dosage change. My third trimester levels were .88 so I am hopeful I won't flucculate too much postpartum. Best wishes to feeling better soon!!

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I was diagnosed hypo too at 14 with Hashimotos. My levels always get way messed up the end of the first trimester (that's how we lost our second baby) and then again usually about 3-6 weeks after I have a baby they drop again. I've gone from 50mcg up to 112mcg from our first baby to this one and it will most likely be raised again soon.