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Thyroid problems in women have increased significantly in the last few years. Thyroid is a gland present in the neck and it produces hormones in the body, which help in many important functions. After pregnancy and delivery, thyroid can become unbalanced due to hormonal changes and lifestyle. In such a situation, should breastfeeding women take thyroid medicine? Come, let us know about this.
thyroid Imbalance can have a direct impact on lactating women. This may cause fatigue, weakness, mood swings and mild effect on the milk production process. At such a time, it is very important for the mother to take care of her health, because the mother’s health directly affects the child. Let us understand from the doctor whether it is safe to continue thyroid medication in this situation or not.
Can breastfeeding women take thyroid medicines?
Dr. Saloni Chadha in the Gynecology Department at RML Hospital. It is said that breast feeding women can take thyroid medicines. These medicines are generally considered safe and do not cause any harm to the child. However, they should always be taken as per the doctor’s advice and in the prescribed dosage. Correct timing of dosage, regular checkups and monitoring of thyroid levels are very important, so that there is no imbalance of any kind.
If the mother is also taking any other medicines, then it is important to inform the doctor about their effects, so that the mutual effect of the medicines does not have any adverse effect on the child or the mother. Even a little carelessness during breastfeeding can harm the health of both mother and child, hence taking medicine as per doctor’s advice is the safest option.
This is also important for breastfeeding women
Do not change the medicine without doctor’s advice.
Monitor your health and that of your child regularly.
Pay attention to balanced diet and adequate sleep.
Get your thyroid level and hormones checked from time to time.
Contact a doctor immediately if any unusual symptoms occur.