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What is the best anti-thyroid regimen in a pregnant woman who has clinically significant hyperthyroidism?
Suggested Answer: B
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46 comments · newest first
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Arlen
11 months ago
Stopping treatment isn't a good idea, that could be risky!
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Shakira
11 months ago
Wait, is it really safe to switch meds during pregnancy?
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Aron
11 months ago
Definitely agree with D, seems like the best approach!
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Franchesca
11 months ago
I thought methimazole was safer now?
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Fallon
12 months ago
Propylthiouracil is usually the go-to in pregnancy.
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Marla
12 months ago
I'm uncertain, but I think stopping treatment isn't advisable for significant hyperthyroidism, so A seems wrong.
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Tiera
12 months ago
I feel like I saw a practice question about this, and it mentioned that methimazole can have risks in early pregnancy, which makes me lean towards D.
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Terrilyn
1 year ago
I remember discussing propylthiouracil being safer in the first trimester, so maybe B or D is correct?
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Ryann
1 year ago
I think the answer might be D, but I'm not completely sure about the specifics of the regimen for each trimester.
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Lisha
1 year ago
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1 year ago
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1 year ago
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Apolonia
1 year ago
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Ilene
1 year ago
Ah, the age-old question: do I go with the propyl or the methyl? Decisions, decisions...
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Lauran
1 year ago
C) Methimazole
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Bernadine
1 year ago
C) Methimazole
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Sherell
1 year ago
B) Propylthiouracil
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Nettie
1 year ago
A) Stop treatment and resume post-partum
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Marget
1 year ago
B) Propylthiouracil
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Clemencia
1 year ago
A) Stop treatment and resume post-partum
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Ben
1 year ago
What, no option for a good old-fashioned thyroid removal? Beep boop, problem solved!
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Jovita
1 year ago
Option A? Really? Stopping treatment during pregnancy? That's a bold move, don't you think?
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Hayley
1 year ago
Hmm, I don't know. Isn't option E just a reverse of option D? I'm still trying to figure out the best strategy here.
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Garry
1 year ago
I agree, it's always best to seek professional guidance in these situations.
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Billye
1 year ago
Yes, it can be confusing. It's best to consult with a healthcare provider for personalized advice.
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Christiane
1 year ago
It's important to consider the risks and benefits of each option.
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Josphine
1 year ago
E) Methimazole first trimester followed by propylthiouracil for the remainder of pregnancy
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Adolph
1 year ago
D) Propylthiouracil first trimester followed by methimazole for the remainder of pregnancy
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Sheron
1 year ago
C) Methimazole
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Mary
1 year ago
B) Propylthiouracil
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Jean
1 year ago
A) Stop treatment and resume post-partum
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Julene
1 year ago
I agree, discussing with a healthcare provider is the best way to determine the most appropriate treatment.
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Catherin
1 year ago
Yes, it can be confusing. It's best to consult with a healthcare provider for personalized advice.
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Virgilio
1 year ago
It's important to consider the risks and benefits of each option.
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Lonna
1 year ago
E) Methimazole first trimester followed by propylthiouracil for the remainder of pregnancy
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Marta
1 year ago
D) Propylthiouracil first trimester followed by methimazole for the remainder of pregnancy
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Daisy
1 year ago
C) Methimazole
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Leana
1 year ago
B) Propylthiouracil
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Val
1 year ago
A) Stop treatment and resume post-partum
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Beth
1 year ago
I'm leaning towards option D. Switching from propylthiouracil to methimazole seems like a sensible approach during pregnancy.
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Hillary
1 year ago
Yes, it's important to carefully manage the anti-thyroid regimen during pregnancy to ensure the health of both the mother and the baby.
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Serina
1 year ago
I agree, option D seems like the safest choice for the pregnant woman with hyperthyroidism.
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Floyd
1 year ago
Option B looks good to me. Propylthiouracil is the way to go for pregnant women with hyperthyroidism.
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Dawne
2 years ago
I would go with Propylthiouracil first trimester followed by methimazole for the remainder of pregnancy, to minimize the risk to the fetus.
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Richelle
2 years ago
I disagree, I believe Methimazole is the better choice.
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Rima
2 years ago
I think the best option is Propylthiouracil.