10 Causes of a Miscarriage
Cause #5: Untreated Thyroid Disease
Thyroid conditions that are left untreated can not only cause difficulty becoming pregnant, they can also lead to a miscarriage. The thyroid hormone is crucial for the normal development of the brain. During early pregnancy, the fetus obtains the thyroid hormone from the mother and eventually will produce their own thyroid hormone.
This also means that adequate iodine is vital for the production of the thyroid hormone. The best way to ensure this is through prenatal supplements. Risk of miscarriage for those with untreated hypothyroidism is highest in the first trimester. Women with hyperthyroidism are also at risk for a miscarriage.
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