“Thyroid” is a gland located in the neck and produces thyroid hormone. This hormone is one of the two most important hormones required for growth, it is very important for children and babies. Its main function is to adjust the way the body uses energy.
“HYPOthyroidism”
“HYPERthyroidism”
A The term used when a person does not produce enough thyroid hormone
The term used when a person produces too much thyroid hormone
Both of these are important and serious problems for children...
Newborn baby with HYPOthyroidism
Babies can be born with "hypothyroidism" (congenital = congenital hypothyroidism). This is a serious condition because it causes the baby to have too little thyroid hormone. If left untreated, this can result in growth retardation and mental retardation. On the other hand, it is extremely easy to treat compared to the seriousness of this condition.
What are the symptoms of congenital hypothyroidism?
Most babies may not have symptoms.
The baby is less common than others. It may be mobile.
Its movements may be slow.
It may have a deep-pitched cry.
It may have eating problems.
It may be constipation.
It may have a strange appearance. (tongue big, fontanelles wide, etc.)
There may be dry skin.
It may be cold.
It may be jaundice.
If your baby has any of these symptoms, talk to your doctor.
Older children may have hypothyroidism
School-age children may also have hypothyroidism. In this case, your child may have learning difficulties, short stature, constipation, and dry skin. If you are concerned about your child not growing well or decreasing his or her school success, talk to your doctor.
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