Central Hypothyroidism
Central hypothyroidism is a form of low thyroid hormone production that originates not in the thyroid itself, but in insufficient signals from the pituitary or the hypothalamus, the brain structures that regulate this gland. That is why it differs from the more common hypothyroidism.
Usual manifestations: fatigue, cold intolerance, dry skin, general slowness and, in children, an impact on growth and development.
Why it matters to distinguish it: its origin in the brain's regulatory system requires a careful study of the whole hormonal axis, not just the thyroid.
Who treats it? Central hypothyroidism is cared for in endocrinology, with the involvement of endocrinology and pediatrics in the case of minors, and the general practitioner can guide the first visit. When symptoms of low thyroid appear, getting evaluated allows its origin to be defined precisely.
Data on 7 doctors who treat central hypothyroidism
Specialties that treat central hypothyroidism
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Doctors specialized in central hypothyroidism
Dr. Edgar Bustos Córdova
Dr. Alberto Fregoso Ojeda
Dr. Julio Cesar De la Fuente Muñoz
Dr. Rodolfo Rivas Ruiz
Dr. Mauricio Espinosa Torres
Dr. Joaquín Gerardo Joya Galeana
Dr. Ramiro Millan Mota
Dr. Mateo Lorenzo Tapia
Dr. Sergio Miguel Gomez Dorantes
Dr. Rafael Ordaz Castillo
Dr. Juan Trujillo Perrusquia
Dr. Judith Ne'eman Márquez Reyes
Dr. Eduardo Lenin Ruelas Olvera
Dr. Clicerio González Villalpando
Dr. Mercado Filomena Vizcaino
Dr. Juan Manuel Arce González
Dra. Olga Eugenia Martínez Garza
Dr. Aquiles Rafael Ayala Ruiz
Dr. Fernando Javier Martinez Montes
Dr. Jose Daniel Vargas Paredes
Frequently asked questions
What is central hypothyroidism?
Central hypothyroidism is a form of low thyroid hormone production that originates not in the thyroid itself, but in insufficient signals from the pituitary or the hypothalamus, the brain structures that regulate this gland. That is why it differs from the more common hypothyroidism.
Which doctor treats central hypothyroidism?
Central Hypothyroidism is usually treated by specialists in endocrinologist, pediatric endocrinologist, general practitioner, pediatrician, endocrinologist.