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What are the long-term effects to early treatment of congenital hypothyroidism?

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The earlier better: As early as possible (preferably right after a pediatric endocrinologist has had an opportunity to get a thyroid scan first). Iq points are lost the longer treatment is delayed.

Answered 12/2/2012

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