Cretinism
Cretinism is a disorder of physical and mental development that appears when a baby has a very low production of thyroid hormone from the early stages of life. The thyroid is key for growth and the maturation of the nervous system.
How it manifests: When it is not addressed in time, it can be associated with delays in growth and development, drowsiness, feeding difficulties, and other signs in infancy.
Why early detection matters: Newborn screening allows it to be identified in a timely manner.
Which specialist treats it? The endocrinologist and the pediatric endocrinologist, along with the pediatrician and the general practitioner, coordinate the evaluation. Seeking a professional evaluation promptly with any doubt is the most advisable thing.
Data on 6 doctors who treat cretinism
Specialties that treat cretinism
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in cretinism
Dr. Edgar Bustos Córdova
Dr. Alberto Fregoso Ojeda
Dr. Julio Cesar De la Fuente Muñoz
Dr. Rodolfo Rivas Ruiz
Dr. Mauricio Espinosa Torres
Dr. Ramiro Millan Mota
Dr. Mateo Lorenzo Tapia
Dr. Sergio Miguel Gomez Dorantes
Dr. Rafael Ordaz Castillo
Dr. Juan Trujillo Perrusquia
Dr. Eduardo Lenin Ruelas Olvera
Dr. Mercado Filomena Vizcaino
Dr. Juan Manuel Arce González
Dra. Olga Eugenia Martínez Garza
Dr. Fernando Javier Martinez Montes
Dr. Jose Daniel Vargas Paredes
Dr. Jose Luis Balanzar Serna
Dr. Eduardo Tapia Betancourt
Dr. Alfonso Corona Tellez
Dr. Rodriguez Francisco Herrera
Frequently asked questions
What is cretinism?
Cretinism is a disorder of physical and mental development that appears when a baby has a very low production of thyroid hormone from the early stages of life. The thyroid is key for growth and the maturation of the nervous system.
Which doctor treats cretinism?
Cretinism is usually treated by specialists in pediatric endocrinologist, clinical analyst, general practitioner, pediatrician, endocrinologist.