This is when the mortgage underwriting takes place. Here's a story that illustrates how important the underwriter is during this process. He (or she) is the last person to scrutinize your file. And he will examine it more closely than everyone else -- broker, loan officer, etc.
Graves' disease is an immune system disorder that results in the overproduction of thyroid hormones (hyperthyroidism). Although a number of disorders may result in hyperthyroidism, Graves' disease is a common cause.
Pregnancy may cause changes in hormones that affect the thyroid, and thyroid problems can affect a growing baby. For some women with Graves' disease, symptoms worsen in the first trimester, and then improve for the rest of the pregnancy. Symptoms often worsen again after delivery.