Congenital hypothyroidism

2024-07-15 08:42:24
Hello Doctor I gave Birth on 19th june 2024. After 72hrs newborn screening test my daughter detect Eptopic thyroid glad. 6days of her age means 24th june we transfer to pediatric endocrinologist.. After examination she immediately started thyroid replacement medicine.. Regularly she took Thyroid medicine so my question is in future any chance to  mentality or physically disability  she face? Or she grow up with normally? I am very tensed..
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If medicines given regularly Regular investigation as per Endocrinologist Regular follow up will help in having normal brain development and growth

Answered2024-07-17 07:14:04

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She will have normal life but make sure she is taken to doctor regurly for checkups when ever necessary as prescribed by ur doctor

Answered2024-07-16 03:18:29

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Hello As it was timely detected and ur following the meds prescribed to you by doctor there is nothing to worry. Ensure proper compliance and your baby will lead a healthy life physically and mentally Thank you

Answered2024-07-15 18:45:10

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She'll grow up normally

Answered2024-07-15 08:55:03

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Normally

Answered2024-07-16 14:13:27

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Continue medication, consult doctor regularly and have good follow up . No mental or physically disability .. identified at right time and treatment started …

Answered2024-07-15 10:15:08

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