As of now, neonatal hypothyroidism may require lifelong medication.
The main causes of hypothyroidism in newborns are underdevelopment, underdevelopment and ectopic development of the thyroid gland, and to a lesser extent, impaired synthesis of thyroid hormones. These causes are irreversible by current medical conditions, and lifelong medication is a simple and effective treatment.
Hypothyroidism in newborns, if not treated with medication in time, will cause irreversible symptoms such as a special face with a big head and small neck and rough skin, low intellectual development, poor response to things around, fear of cold, abdominal distension and constipation, etc., which will seriously affect the child’s health and life.
Neonatal hypothyroidism should be screened, diagnosed and treated early to avoid irreversible damage to brain tissue. Once the diagnosis is established, thyroid preparations should be taken for life without interruption. The earlier the administration is started, the better the prognosis is. If treatment is started after 6 months of life without early diagnosis, the intelligence will be seriously damaged.
To summarize, if you find that your child is suffering from neonatal hypothyroidism, you should consult a doctor in time.