PREVALENCE OF HYPOTHYROIDISM WITH MENSTRUAL ABNORMALITIES IN FEMALE INFERTILITY.

An intertwined relationship exists among infertile couples in reproductive age group with Hypothyroidism. Infertility affects 8-10% of couples globally (Priya DM et al). The prevalence of primary infertility in India is about 3.5-16.8%. ( WHO ). Undiagnosed and untreated Subclinical Hypothyroidism have profound effects on metabolism of androgen, oestrogen, menstrual function and fertility. Hence this study is done in infertile couples attending Obstetrics Department of Madurai Medical College, Madurai.