E03.0-5/E03.8-9
DESCRIPTION
Congenital deficiency of thyroid hormone due to aplasia/hypoplasia of the thyroid gland, defects in thyroid hormone biosynthesis or intrauterine exposure to antithyroid medicines. Congenital hypothyroidism is one of the common treatable causes of preventable mental retardation in children. Congenital hypothyroidism must be treated as early as possible to avoid intellectual impairment.
DIAGNOSIS
Clinical
- prolonged jaundice
- swollen hands, feet and genitals
- feeding difficulties
- decreased muscle tone
- lethargy
- delayed achievement of milestones
- constipation
- enlarged tongue
REFERRAL
All patients for investigation and initiation of therapy.