How to protect children from the problem of hypothyroidism? 

You should get a thyroid function test done within a week of the baby's birth, as it detects congenital hypothyroidism at an early stage. Hypothyroidism can happen to newborn babies and toddlers. If attention is not paid, then this problem gets worse later on. Thyroid hormone is essential for the development of children. For the body to get energy, the metabolic rate is good, the heart and other organs function properly, it is necessary that the thyroid should be under control. The thyroid gland produces hormones.

What are the symptoms of hypothyroidism in children?

In many cases, hypothyroidism is also congenital. We know this as Congenital Hypothyroidism. In this condition, the symptoms of thyroid in the child start appearing at the time of birth. This may be due to the inability of the thyroid gland to develop properly. If a child has hypothyroidism, then these symptoms may be seen in him-

Frequent constipation.

Fast breathing.

Slow brain development

Abnormal heartbeat.

Do not drink the child's milk.

Skin getting cold.

Frequent sleepiness, tiredness.

Late eruption of teeth.

Weight gain and low height.

Looking younger than age.

Hypothyroidism caused in children

The following can be the causes of hypothyroidism in children-

Lack of iodine in a child's diet can lead to hypothyroidism. Symptoms of hypothyroidism can be seen even if the child has taken too much medicine for some reason. If the mother has thyroid during pregnancy and if not treated, then the child may also have thyroid problems. If the thyroid gland is defective since birth, then the child may have the problem of hypothyroidism. Hypothyroidism can also be caused by surgery to remove the thyroid. Family history can also cause hypothyroidism in children. Many times there is a problem of hypothyroidism in newborns, so they bring the disease with birth. Hypothyroidism can occur due to the improper functioning of the pituitary gland. Hypothyroidism should be treated which remains under control, you can adopt these measures to save the child from hypothyroidism- Give an adequate amount of iodine to the child, its deficiency also leads to hypothyroidism. Add the amount of protein to the child's diet, it keeps thyroid hormone control. Keep the child away from sugar and caffeine. To protect the child from the problem of hypothyroidism, keep getting blood tests done from time to time on medical advice. If your child shows symptoms of hypothyroidism, see a doctor as soon as possible.

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