Directory of Childhood Resources

Thyroid disorders can occur in childhood. Newborns in most areas are now tested for congenital hypothyroidism, and treated for this problem.

Resources in This Category

Children With Congenital Hypothyroidism and Their Siblings: Do They Really Differ?

http://pediatrics.aappublications.org/cgi/content/abstract/115/1/e52
Study suggests that even with treatment early in life, due to newborn screening, may have reduced IQ relative to siblings.
Thyroid Disease in Childhood

http://www.thyroid.ca/childhood.php
Learn about the types of thyroid disorders affecting children, growth, metabolism, congenital hypothyroidism and congenital goitre.
Thyroid Disorders in Children

http://members.tripod.com/~TDmagicmom/main.html
A mother's personal story about her pregnancy and a daughter with Congenital Hypothyroidism.

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