A woman who is pregnant and has hyperthyroidism is best managed by a specialty team who will most likely treat her with:

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Propylthiouracil (PTU) is the preferred treatment for pregnant women with hyperthyroidism as it can be used during all three trimesters and has a lower risk of causing birth defects compared to methimazole. Radioactive iodine is contraindicated during pregnancy and delaying treatment until after pregnancy ends can lead to complications for both the mother and baby.

A Woman Who Is Pregnant and Has Hyperthyroidism Is Best