hypothyroidism_children_flashcards
1
Q
What is the most common cause of hypothyroidism in children (juvenile hypothyroidism)?
A
Autoimmune thyroiditis.
2
Q
What are other causes of hypothyroidism in children?
A
Post total-body irradiation (e.g., in a child previously treated for acute lymphoblastic leukaemia), iodine deficiency.
3
Q
What is the most common cause of hypothyroidism in the developing world?
A
Iodine deficiency.
