Thyroid Dysgenesis Overview

Save information for later
Sign Up

Learn About Thyroid Dysgenesis

What is the definition of Thyroid Dysgenesis?
Thyroid dysgenesis, also known as congenital hypothyroidism (low thyroid hormones), is a mainly a genetic condition that affects newborns in which they have a partial or complete loss of function of the thyroid gland, which is a butterfly-shaped gland in the lower neck that normally produces thyroid hormones. Thyroid hormones are necessary for regulating growth, brain development, and metabolism. The main causes of congenital hypothyroidism (thyroid dysgenesis) are when the thyroid gland is absent, smaller than normal, abnormally situated, or fails to develop or function fully.
What are the symptoms of Thyroid Dysgenesis?
Symptoms of congenital hypothyroidism are related to absent or low thyroid hormones. While some babies may have no symptoms, some are less active and sleep more, and may have difficulty feeding and constipation. Untreated congenital hypothyroidism can cause intellectual disability and slow growth.
Not sure about your diagnosis?
Check Your Symptoms
What are the current treatments for Thyroid Dysgenesis?
Treatment for congenital hypothyroidism is the replacement of thyroid hormones with thyroid hormone medication, levothyroxine. Many children with congenital hypothyroidism will require lifelong treatment. All hospitals in the U.S. test newborns for congenital hypothyroidism. If treated within the first two weeks after birth, infants usually develop normally.
Who are the top Thyroid Dysgenesis Local Doctors?
Christopher T. Messitt
Distinguished in Thyroid Dysgenesis
Dr. Christopher T. Messitt
Family Medicine
Distinguished in Thyroid Dysgenesis
Dr. Christopher T. Messitt
Family Medicine

Atrium Health Concierge Care Lake Norman

9623 Bailey Road, Suite 220, 
Cornelius, NC 
704-801-8330
Languages Spoken:
English
See accepted insurances
Accepting New Patients

Christopher Messitt is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Cornelius, North Carolina. Dr. Messitt is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thyroid Dysgenesis. His top areas of expertise are Transient Familial Hyperbilirubinemia, Thyroid Dysgenesis, Congenital Hypothyroidism, and Newborn Jaundice. Dr. Messitt is currently accepting new patients.

Elite in Thyroid Dysgenesis
Athanasia Stoupa
Elite in Thyroid Dysgenesis
Athanasia Stoupa
Paris, FR 

Athanasia Stoupa practices in Paris, France. Ms. Stoupa is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Thyroid Dysgenesis. Her top areas of expertise are Thyroid Dysgenesis, Congenital Hypothyroidism, Hypothyroidism, Neonatal Hypothyroidism, and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).

 
 
 
 
Learn about our expert tiers
Learn More
Elite in Thyroid Dysgenesis
Michel G. Polak
Elite in Thyroid Dysgenesis
Michel G. Polak
Paris, FR 

Michel Polak practices in Paris, France. Mr. Polak is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Thyroid Dysgenesis. His top areas of expertise are Thyroid Dysgenesis, Congenital Hypothyroidism, Hypothyroidism, Hypopituitarism, and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).

View All Doctors
What are the latest Thyroid Dysgenesis Clinical Trials?
Match to trials
Find the right clinical trials for you in under a minute
Get started
View All Clinical Trials