Hypothyroidism in the newborn may be caused by:
A missing or abnormally developed thyroid gland Pituitary gland's failure to stimulate the thyroid Defective or abnormal formation of thyroid hormones
Incomplete development of the thyroid is the most common defect and occurs in about 1 out of every 3,000 births. Girls are affected twice as often than boys.
What causes Congenital hypothyroidism?
Hypothyroidism in the newborn may be caused by:
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Incomplete development of the thyroid is the most common defect and occurs in about 1 out of every 3,000 births. Girls are affected twice as often than boys.