I am 4.5 months pregnant and have a thyroid condition. My current TSH level is 4.13. For the past 2 to 3 days, I have been experiencing mild stomach cramps and stretching sensations in my lower abdomen. Is this normal during pregnancy?

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Dr Vasanthasree Nair

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15+ Yrs

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Mild cramps/stretching normal in pregnancy. If severe pain/bleeding, see doctor. TSH 4.13 is slightly high in pregnancy. Doctor may adjust thyroid dose. Do Thyroid Profile (TSH, T3, T4).

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