Patient's question:
Newborn screening was performed 72 hours after birth, and the results showed positive for hypothyroidism 20 days later. Hello, is the accuracy rate of this test high after birth? It takes courage to retest!Doctor's answer:
This may be hypothyroidism, and the possibility is relatively high. It can be re-examined, and symptomatic treatment can be administered. Hypothyroidism may interfere with intelligence. In general, after re-examination, hypothyroidism can be managed with levothyroxine and symptomatic treatment. Regular re-examinations of thyroid function should be conducted to maintain normal thyroid function. The child is threatened by neonatal diseases, so the family must take the child to see a doctor immediately for treatment to avoid various misunderstandings. Timely symptomatic treatment is necessary. For parents, it is important to closely monitor the child's condition and do their best to help the child receive timely treatment for the disease.