Hypothyroidism/Hashimoto's in children?
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Hypothyroidism/Hashimoto's in children?
| Thu, 07-08-2004 - 7:55am |
Our family dr wants to check our oldest daughter for hypo/hashimoto's. Said with me & my older sister having it there was a greater chance of Kayla having it. Kayla went from 92 pounds to 101 in a matter of weeks. But she's always been a big girl.Kayla is 9. How do they treat kids? Is it any different from my treatment? What else should they be looking for? Any help is greatly appreciated.
TIA!
Michelle
TIA!
Michelle

The doctor was very careful with her medication to make sure she didn't grow too fast. There's a natural "gap" between children's bones that closes as they grow. If they grow too fast and close that gap prematurely, they may not be able to reach their true height. So that is something that is watched closely. She's a normal height today. My son is still going through the growing phase and has been undermedicated for quite some time. I'm hoping that my new doctor will increase his medication as well. Then we should see a real growth spurt.
There is a board on children with thyroid disorders but i can't find it!! That's how I lost my last post. But when I find it, I'll post it for you here. I remember checking it out when my son was diagnosed 2 years ago at 13 years old. Many of the posters there have infants who were born hypothyroid. But it's worth checking out. I hope this helps a little. Cathy :)
Hi!
Posted by:
Rhonda
We're on the Parents Place channel.
Here's the link.
http://messageboards.ivillage.com/iv-ppchthyroid
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Rhonda