Question
The thyroid-stimulating hormone level is now 33.63, which is generally within the range of 0.27-4.20, but this is very high now. I am breastfeeding the baby, who is 5 months old.
Answer
I’m glad to help clarify your concerns. The significantly low level of thyroid-stimulating hormone indicates hypothyroidism and should be considered severe. Immediate treatment with levothyroxine sodium tablets is necessary to correct and treat the thyroid function. During breastfeeding, it’s crucial to correct this promptly as well; otherwise, it may interfere with the child’s growth and development. Pay attention to checking the baby’s thyroid function to see if there are any hypothyroid issues. If the mother also has hypothyroidism, it can easily interfere with the child’s growth and development.