Common Myths
Answers to common questions about common myths.
Questions on this page
- “If I have diabetes, I should not become pregnant.”
- “Thyroid medicine is dangerous for the baby.”
- “If I have PCOS, I cannot get pregnant.”
- “All diabetes medicines are safe during pregnancy.”
- “I should stop all medicines once I become pregnant.”
- “Pituitary tumours always prevent pregnancy.”
- “Steroids must always be stopped during pregnancy.”
“If I have diabetes, I should not become pregnant.”
False. Pregnancy is possible, but preconception planning and good glucose control are important.
“Thyroid medicine is dangerous for the baby.”
Not when appropriately prescribed. Untreated thyroid disease can itself create risks during pregnancy.
“If I have PCOS, I cannot get pregnant.”
False. Many women with PCOS conceive naturally or with treatment.
“All diabetes medicines are safe during pregnancy.”
False. Diabetes medications should be reviewed before conception.
“I should stop all medicines once I become pregnant.”
No. Some medicines are essential during pregnancy and stopping them abruptly can be dangerous.
“Pituitary tumours always prevent pregnancy.”
No. Many women with pituitary disorders can become pregnant with appropriate planning and monitoring.
“Steroids must always be stopped during pregnancy.”
No. Women who depend on glucocorticoid replacement must continue appropriate treatment and may need dose adjustments.