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 intelligence and physical development in the future.Doctor's answer:
Hello, hypothyroidism is caused by various reasons 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 promptly 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.