Question

What causes Congenital Hypothyroidism?

Answer 1

Hypothyroidism:

1. It is a condition when the thyroid gland is unable to produce a sufficient amount of thyroid hormone for metabolism.
2. Hypothyroidism is also known as an underactive hormone disorder.

Congenital Hypothyroidism:

1. It is a partial or complete failure of the thyroid gland in infants.
2. It is also known as Cretinism.

Causes of Congenital Hypothyroidism:

1. Improper development of thyroid gland.
2. Insufficient Iron in mothers' diet.
3. Any genetic disorder in the formation of thyroid cells or the hormone-producing cells.