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My doctor said thyroid level in blood of my new born baby is slightly higher than normal. what is the risk associated?
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See an endocrine do.: You need a pediatric endocrinologist to make sure everything is fine. Babies with low thyroid can have mental retardation if untreated.
Answered 4/25/2015
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High TSH: Elevation of TSH with newborn screening absolutely needs follow-up. Perhaps newborn screening was done before 24 hours of life? Regardless, the risk of delaying possible treatment for congenital hypothyroidism means potential loss of iq points for the child. A pediatric endocrinologist must be consulted to determine if newborn screening was a false positive or requires treatment asap.
Answered 6/10/2014
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