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I am a mother of two kids.i have hypothyroid since 2 years now second born child is two months old should we need to check theirs thyroid test also neonatal screening not done for my both kids in hospital please give me suggestions is it helpful to me
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Mother has hypothyroidism, so the baby has a slightly higher risk of thyroid issues. Newborn screening was not done, so important conditions may have been missed early.
Next Steps
Get the baby screened as soon as possible: Thyroid function tests
No need to wait for symptoms
Mother’s thyroid care: Continue thyroid medication and follow-up with physician.
Safe in breastfeeding — does not harm the baby.
Health Tips
Watch for early signs (but don’t wait for them)
Excessive sleepiness
Poor feeding, constipation
Prolonged jaundice
Poor weight gain, reduced activity
If any appear, consult immediately.
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Newborn screening needed for mostly congenital hypothyroidism.which usually caused by absent gland.1st baby brain development over 2 yrs .. check for both More details needed about u r type / cause of hypothyroidism.
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Newborn screening can be done now for your child. But there are various options in the tests which can be done. Please consult directly
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Greetings yes wee need to go for thyroid screening
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Yes you should definitely check
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Dr. Sushmitha Trivedi
Pediatrician
8 yrs exp
Gulbarga
Yes please get both of them checked as soon as possible. Because it is very important for the brain development in these initial years. Don’t wait for the symptoms to appear
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Dr. Venkatesh Badugu
Pediatrician
9 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Yes urgently do it
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Dr. Bhatt Vivek Prafulchandra
Pediatrician
5 yrs exp
Rajkot
Consult with Pediatrician physically for further evaluation and treatment
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