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Introduction
An endocrine disorder is nothing but change in the level of specific hormone in the blood. They are also referred as hormonal disorders, since, they are caused due to hormonal imbalances. Over secretion or under secretion of any hormone leads to endocrine disorder. Thus, we can conclude that too much or too less hormone in the body can cause harm to the body.
An endocrine disorder is nothing but change in the level of specific hormone in the blood. They are also referred as hormonal disorders, since, they are caused due to hormonal imbalances. Over secretion or under secretion of any hormone leads to endocrine disorder. Thus, we can conclude that too much or too less hormone in the body can cause harm to the body.
Know more about Endocrine Problems in Children
Congenital Hypothyroidism in Children
Hypothyroidism is the commonest endocrine problem in children. Thyroid hormones play a role in biologic processes of practically all organs of the body. Lack of thyroid hormones lead to slowing of body metabolic rate with decreased maturation of all the organs. Hypothyroid state right from birth is known as congenital hypothyroidism. If not detected early, it can lead to delayed development and even mental retardation.
Congenital hypothyroidism can occur due to a variety of causes and include:
Congenital hypothyroidism can occur due to a variety of causes and include:
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