THYROID & FERTILITY: Part 1 - Understanding TSH and Your Thyroid Hormones

Does Thyroid Impact Your Fertility?

Board certified OBGYN and REI, Natalie Crawford, MD discusses the thyroid gland and reproduction. In this video she covers normal thyroid function, what thyroid hormones should you know, hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism and thyroid basics if you are trying to conceive.

Covered in this video: Why is the thyroid important?

How do I check my thyroid hormones?

What is a normal TSH?

What is TSH?

What is hypothyroidism?

What are the symptoms of hypothyroidism?

What is the treatment if you are hyperthyroid?

What is hyperthyroidism?

What are the symptoms of hyperthyroidism?

What is the treatment if you are hyperthyroid?

Why does the thyroid matter if you are trying to conceive or pregnant?