Endocrine Problems in Childhood Flashcards
1
Q
Causes of congenital hypothyroidism? Signs?
A
- Athyreosis / hypoplastic / Ectopic
Signs:
- Puffy face
- Large / thick tongue
- Distended stomach with umbilical hernia
2
Q
Causes of acquired hypothyroidism? Childhood issues?
A
- Autoimmune disease (Hashimoto’s thyroiditis)
- Lack of growth
- Pubertal delay
- Poor school performance
3
Q
What are red flags for identifying abnormally developing kids?
A
- Obese + Short stature
4
Q
Important clinical examination steps with suspected congenital abnormality?
A
- neck thickness evaluation
- Blood pressure test (many abnormalities result in congenital heart defects
5
Q
Syndromes associated with childhood obesity?
A
- Prader-Willi Syndrome
- Downs
- Laurence-Moon-Biedl syndrome
- Pseudohypoparathyroidism type 1
6
Q
Red flags for identifying endocrine disorders?
A
- Growth failure (short stature)
7
Q
Red flags for identifying syndromes?
A
Learning difficulties
8
Q
Red flags for identifying hypothalamic disorders?
A
Loss of appetite control
9
Q
Signs of diabetes in children? Tests?
A
- Thirsty
- Thinner
- Tired
- Using toilet more (bedwetting / daytime incontinence)
- Finger prick test
