Patient's question:
Is a weakly positive TSH in newborns inherited from the mother through the generation? During pregnancy, TSH was consistently low, and after multiple re-examinations, the doctor did not recommend medication. Now the baby has a weakly positive TSH.Doctor's answer:
Congenital hypothyroidism is a condition caused by congenital factors that lead to impaired thyroid hormone production and increased excretion, resulting in growth and intellectual delays in children. However, it must be confirmed in coordination with T3 and T4 levels. A weakly positive result is not significant and cannot prove that your child has congenital hypothyroidism. It is recommended to repeat the test or add a check for six thyroid function tests. There should be no problem, so do not worry too much.