| خلاصه مقاله | Siamak shiva, MD, Pediatric Health Research Center, Tabriz University of Medical Science
Hypothyroidism happens when the thyroid gland doesn't make enough thyroid hormone. This
condition also is called underactive thyroid. Hypothyroidism may not cause noticeable
symptoms in its early stages. Over time, hypothyroidism that isn't treated can lead to other
health problems. Blood tests are used to diagnose hypothyroidism. Treatment with thyroid
hormone medicine usually is simple, safe and effective. The symptoms of hypothyroidism
depend on the severity of the condition. Problems tend to develop slowly, often over several
years. Hypothyroidism symptoms may include: Tiredness, sensitivity to cold, constipation,
dry skin, weight gain, puffy face, hoarse voice, coarse hair and skin, muscle weakness,
muscle aches, tenderness and stiffness, menstrual cycles that are heavier than usual or
irregular, thinning hair, bradycardia, depression, memory problems,
Hypothyroidism in infants:
Anyone can get hypothyroidism, including infants. Most babies born without a thyroid gland
or with a gland that doesn't work correctly don't have symptoms right away. But if
hypothyroidism isn't diagnosed and treated, symptoms start to appear. They may include:
feeding problems, poor growth, poor weight gain, jaundice, constipation, poor muscle tone,
dry skin, hoarse crying, Enlarged tongue, umbilical hernia.
When hypothyroidism in infants isn't treated, even mild cases can lead to severe physical and
mental development problems.
Hypothyroidism in children and teens
In general, children and teens with hypothyroidism have symptoms similar to those in adults.
But they also may have: Poor growth that leads to short stature, delayed development of
permanent teeth, delayed puberty, poor mental development. |