Congenital Hypothyroidism
Hypothyroidism in babies occurs when the newborn's thyroid gland does not produce enough thyroid hormone, a substance important for growth and development. It may be present from birth.
How it can present: excessive drowsiness, difficulty feeding, weak crying, constipation, or prolonged yellowish coloring of the skin.
Why early detection matters: the newborn screening test helps identify it early, a stage at which follow-up is especially valuable.
Which specialist cares for it? The pediatrician and the pediatric endocrinologist evaluate the baby's thyroid function and provide follow-up; the neonatologist takes part in the first weeks of life. If you have any doubts about the baby's development, it is advisable to discuss it with its doctor.
Data on 23 doctors who treat congenital hypothyroidism
Specialties that treat congenital hypothyroidism
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in congenital 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. 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 congenital hypothyroidism?
Hypothyroidism in babies occurs when the newborn's thyroid gland does not produce enough thyroid hormone, a substance important for growth and development. It may be present from birth.
Which doctor treats congenital hypothyroidism?
Congenital Hypothyroidism is usually treated by specialists in pediatric endocrinologist, general practitioner, pediatric nephrologist, pediatrician, pediatric endocrinologist, endocrinologist, neonatologist.