Patient's question:
The hospital said that our baby has something like low something in the nails, which was detected through a blood test. If it's confirmed, the baby will need to take medicine for life. They also said that the condition could affect the baby's future intelligence and physical development.Doctor's answer:
Hello, hypothyroidism is caused by various factors leading to a decrease in thyroid hormone levels in the body. It primarily manifests as symptoms of metabolic slowdown, such as a slow heart rate, aversion to cold, weight gain, or edema, etc. If hypothyroidism occurs, exogenous thyroid hormone should be supplemented in a timely manner based on the situation. For the treatment of hypothyroidism, it is recommended to take levothyroxine, thyroid preparations, etc. In terms of diet, focus on high-protein, high-sugar, high-vitamin, and low-fat meals, and consume more fruits and vegetables.