The thyroid is a small butterfly-shaped gland in the neck that plays an important role in metabolism & hormone production, Any disturbance of the thyroid hormones affects reproduction health.
How does thyroid disorder affect females’ fertility?
- Thyroid & infertility have a complex relation. An imbalance of thyroid hormones
can lead: –
- Ovulation disorders.
- Irregular menses
- Trouble in conceiving
- Loss of libido
- Painful or heavy periods
- Miscarriages
- Premature birth
How does the Thyroid affect fertility?
Thyroid disorder also affects males, thyroid disorder effects causes:
- Reduce sperm count.
- Reduce Sperm motility
- Lower libido
- Difficulty in sustaining reaction.
These, thyroid disorders have a complex relationship with both female and male fertility
How thyroid affects assisted reproduction technique (IVF)
- It causes difficulty in fertilization of the egg
- It causes trouble in implantation
- It is a risk of miscarriage
Thyroid disorder-induced infertility
- They are treating the thyroid disorder (hyperthyroidism or hyperthyroidism) is the 1st step in treatment.
- Fertility treatment is done according to the age of the patient, the extent of thyroid disorder, ovarian reserve, and the medical profile of the patient.
- Both IUI and IVF are potent treatment options for thyroid disorders.
