Can a baby with severe hypothyroidism at 17 days old improve?

Patient's question:

I don't know what's going on, the child has been naughty recently and crying non-stop. Even the hospital check-up didn't help. Can a 17-day-old baby with severe hypothyroidism improve?

Doctor's answer:

Treatment often involves the use of thyroid tablets for replacement therapy, such as Euthyrox, Tiaget, and thyroid tablets, etc. Most patients require long-term or lifelong medication. Thyroid hormone therapy can replaceatively correct the patient's hypothyroidism. There are many causes of pediatric endocrine diseases. If a child is diagnosed with a pediatric endocrine disease, parents need to cooperate with the doctor for timely treatment, cooperate with gastrointestinal decompression, and develop good hygiene habits. The child needs a balanced diet and should avoid stimulating and cold foods.

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