Hypothyroidism in newborns can be caused by pregnancy and can also be related to iodine deficiency or excess.
Hypothyroidism, also known as hypothyroidism, is mainly due to insufficient production of thyroid hormones or diminished action of thyroid hormones due to a variety of reasons, which in turn causes a generalized hypometabolic syndrome. The causes of hypothyroidism in newborns may be related to genetic mutations, in addition. Abnormal thyroid function of the mother during pregnancy can also affect the thyroid function of the newborn.
Of course, the cause of hypothyroidism in newborns can not be ruled out due to too little or too much iodine, because iodine is the raw material for the synthesis of thyroid hormones. Hypothyroidism, which often has an insidious onset and a prolonged illness, seriously jeopardizes the health of newborns, so it is important to pay attention to it.
After the newborn check out hypothyroidism, should be combined with the actual situation of the newborn, if necessary, supplementation of thyroxine treatment, improve the symptoms, specific to follow the doctor’s instructions.