Q I have hypothyroidism. Is it related to recurrent miscarriage? Is Korean medicine treatment also possible?
A Hypothyroidism (especially clinical and subclinical hypothyroidism) is one of the causes of recurrent miscarriage. Keeping thyroid hormone levels within the normal range is the top priority, and once thyroid stability is confirmed, strengthening the uterine lining and managing overall condition can be combined with Korean medicine.
Detailed Answer
Hypothyroidism affects implantation and the maintenance of pregnancy through hormonal imbalance, and it is included in the recurrent miscarriage work-up. In particular, a TSH of 2.5 mIU/L or higher can raise risk during pregnancy, so adjusting thyroid levels into the normal range before pregnancy is important. If you are taking thyroid medication (levothyroxine), the dose needs adjustment as soon as pregnancy is confirmed, so close cooperation with endocrinology and obstetrics-gynecology is essential.
Korean Medicine Clinic Perspective
In Korean medicine, reduced thyroid function is associated with Kidney yang deficiency (sin-yang-heo). Prioritizing thyroid hormone treatment while combining Korean medicine that warms and reinforces Kidney yang and aids qi and blood circulation, Dongjedang's approach promotes both whole-body energy metabolism and recovery of the uterine environment together.
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