What Is Hypothyroidism?
6. Hypothyroidism In Infants
Unfortunately, the condition can also affect the very young, including newborns. Newborns will often not show symptoms to begin with, and the condition will often not be diagnosed for a while. Many countries have through screening in newborns as standard, however. Which symptoms do show, they will usually include jaundice, which is caused by a poorly functioning liver.
The patient’s tongue can also grow larger than usual, and the patient may find it difficult to breathe. They may also develop constipation, and an umbilical hernia is another possibility. The patient can also sleep more than usual, while they can also cry with a sound that is hoarser than usual.
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