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1. www.btf-thyroid.org › hypothyroidism-in-childrenHypothyroidism in children | British Thyroid Foundation

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   Films featuring young people with hypothyroidism and other thyroid conditions. Information about congenital hypothyroidism and hypothyroidism (or underachieve thyroid) in children and babies, including symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and management.

   • Children and thyroid disorders

     Thyroid disorders are rare in children and newborn babies...

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3. childgrowthfoundation.org › 2018/07/15_HypothyroidismThyroid Disorders A Guide for Parents and Patients

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   This booklet aims to provide information about a broad range of thyroid disorders that are found in babies, children and adolescents. Thyroid problems are more common in adults than children, but there are some special features of childhood thyroid disorders that differ from adults.

4. www.topdoctors.co.uk › medical-articles › thyroidHow to recognise thyroid disorders in kids - Top Doctors

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   • How Do Thyroid Disorders Affect Children?
   • How Is A Thyroid Disorder Detected in A Child?
   • What Is The Outlook For A Child Diagnosed with A Thyroid Disorder?

   Low thyroid levels (hypothyroidism) can affect children in many ways, including failure to grow in height, putting on too much weight, constipation, feeling cold when others are not and problems with periods in girls. Too much thyroid hormone (thyrotoxicosis) causesrapid growth and the child is not putting on weight or they are losing weight despit...

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   Sometimes children are born with an abnormal or non-functioning thyroid gland. Usually, this is picked up by the neonatal screening and a heel prick blood test (Guthrie test) done by your midwife. Thyroid disorders are diagnosed by a simple blood test and treatment is with Levothyroxine, which is available as a small tablet that can be crushed if r...

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   Children with thyroid disorders can have a normal and happy childhood when managed appropriately. Do not hesitate to book an appointment for your child to see Dr Goonetillekeif you are noticing the symptoms of thyroid disorder and would like an expert opinion.

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5. www.verywellhealth.com › thyroid-disease-inSymptoms of Thyroid Disease in Children - Verywell Health

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   Jul 11, 2021 · Hashimoto's thyroiditis (HT), which typically causes hypothyroidism, is the most common type of thyroid disease in children. Frequent Symptoms. Reviewing some of the common signs and symptoms of hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism can help guide you if you are concerned that there could be a possible problem.

6. www.thyroid.org › wp-content › uploadsHypothyroidism in Children and Adolescents

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   Children with overt hypothyroidism (elevated TSH and low T4 levels) are treated by replacing the amount of hormone that the child’s own thyroid can no longer make. The goal is to bring the T4 and TSH back to the normal range and restore the body’s normal functions (called ‘replacement’ therapy).

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7. www.btf-thyroid.org › childrenChildren - btf-thyroid.org

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   Thyroid disorders are rare in children and newborn babies but if your child is diagnosed, it can be isolating and worrying. We have a variety of resources to help you understand more about thyroid disease, and how it can affect young people, and to help you connect with others in a similar position.

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   Can a child have thyroid disease?

   • Thyroid disorders are rare in children and newborn babies but if your child is diagnosed, it can be isolating and distressing. We have a variety of resources to help you understand more about how thyroid disease, and how it can affect young people, and to help you connect with others in a similar position.

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   How do I know if my child has hypothyroidism?

   • Kids with hypothyroidism may have the following symptoms: If you're worried about thyroid issues because your child is overweight, it may help to know that children who experience weight gain due to thyroid problems are typically shorter than expected for their age.

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   What are the different types of hypothyroidism in children?

   • In children, the two most common types of hypothyroidism are congenital hypothyroidism (CHT) and Hashimoto's thyroiditis. Hypothyroidism is a condition that results from an under-active thyroid that does not produce enough thyroid hormone. ‘Congenital’ means that this condition is present at birth.

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   Is hypothyroidism more common in kids?

   • In kids, hypothyroidism, which occurs when the thyroid gland is underproducing thyroid hormone, is more common than hyperthyroidism, a condition in which the thyroid gland produces too much thyroid hormone. Both can produce consequences that affect your child's growth, health, mood, and ability to concentrate and learn.

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