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Fertility Glossary

Hyperthyroidism

An overactive thyroid gland, which can disrupt menstrual cycles and needs treatment before pregnancy.

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Hyperthyroidism is an overactive thyroid gland producing more thyroid hormone than the body needs, diagnosed with blood tests including thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH). It can cause menstrual irregularity and affect ovulation, and untreated or poorly controlled hyperthyroidism in pregnancy carries risks to both mother and baby. Treatment is managed by an endocrinologist or physician alongside the fertility team, since some medicines used for hyperthyroidism need to be adjusted or substituted before conception under medical guidance.

Also known as: overactive thyroid

Related India guides

Sources

  • ICMR Standard Treatment Workflows (icmr.gov.in/standard-treatment-workflows-stws)
  • Federation of Obstetric and Gynaecological Societies of India (fogsi.org)

Last reviewed: 9 September 2026. Written by the Antega Editorial Team. General information only โ€” always follow the advice of your own clinic, doctor or pharmacist.

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