Thyroid Disorders in Children, Teens and Adolescents
Children, teenagers, and adolescents are susceptible to thyroid abnormalities, which can cause a number of health problems. Fatigue, weight gain, and poor growth are all possible effects of hypothyroidism, which is characterised by an underactive thyroid. Weight loss, anger, and rapid development can be brought on by hyperthyroidism, an overactive thyroid. Although they are rather uncommon in this age group, thyroid nodules and thyroid cancer are also possible. Blood tests, imaging scans, and occasionally biopsies are used to diagnose thyroid abnormalities in young people. Depending on the particular illness and how severe it is, possible treatments include medication, surgery, or radioactive iodine therapy.