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Cretinism

Published on Nov 18, 2015

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PRESENTATION OUTLINE

CONGENITAL HYPOTHYROIDISM

OR CRETINISM
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CRETINISM IS AN EXTREME FORM

OF HYPOTHYROIDISM PRESENT AT BIRTH OR SHORTLY THEREAFTER

SIGNS & SYMPTOMS

  • Stunted growth
  • Abnormal bone formation
  • Mental retardation
  • Low body temperature
  • Overall slugishness
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TREATMENT

  • Thyroid hormone replacement therapy
  • Early treatment is a must to reduce intellectual disabilities
  • Levothyroxine is safe and effective and pills can be crushed
  • Introduce iodine rich diet when age appropriate
  • Monitor thru blood test, thyroid scans and ultrasonography
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