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[quote=Anonymous]I agree there may be immune issues with Hashimoto's but there are so many factors at play in this process, it's hard to tell what is creating havoc in any particular case.  I'd suggest testing for everything under the sun so at least you have the info for diagnostic purposes.  Working with a doctor who isn't dismissive of these things and open to flexible protocols is also important (after 2 other doctors, we are with Dr. Abbasi).

I have Hashimoto's and have been struggling with infertility for over two years.  Three IVFs and 1 IUI - all BFN.  I've been diagnosed with low AMH indicating diminished ovarian reserve and have been a low responder to meds (4th IVF got converted to an IUI due to low response).  But we also have male factor issues and egg quality issues.  Maybe the egg quality is related to Hashi or AMH (or maybe not).  I'm turning 35 next week, so maybe its age kicking in?  Who knows.

I've learned that you have to be your best advocate and really stay on top of the lingo, tests, diagnoses, medication, dosages, etc.  Things get by doctors and they tend to focus on their own specialty instead of the whole person.

To get my TPO under control, I'm on Synthroid and am gluten free.  My TSH has always been in the normal range.  The Synthroid didn't do much for my TPO but when I went gluten free, I saw a huge drop in my TPO levels (from 1400 to 330).  You may want to try dietary changes to see if it helps.

Good luck to everyone out there.  This whole process sucks.

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