Your Pregnancy

THYROID ON THE BLINK

Every heard of post-partum thyroiditis? That’s because it doesn’t receive much attention and many pregnant women are unaware that this should be something to look out for too.

Dr. Justus Apffelstaedt, specialist surgeon with an interest in breast, thyroid and parathyroid health management, has unpacked some frequently asked questions regarding post-partum thyroiditis.

WHAT IS POST-PARTUM THYROIDITIS?

To start, one must understand the essential

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