I'm dealing with an underactive thyroid and my levels are at 7.98. Is this a big issue when it comes to getting pregnant? I'm really hoping to conceive and wondering if injections could be a solution. What do you think?

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Having an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism) with a TSH level of 7.98 can affect fertility and conception, as thyroid hormones play a crucial role in regulating menstrual cycles and ovulation; to conceive, consider the following steps: consult an endocrinologist to optimize your thyroid medication and achieve a normal TSH range (0.4-4.5); simultaneously, consult a fertility specialist or gynecologist to discuss potential fertility treatments,

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