Common features of acquired Hypothyroidism include all EXCEPT:
Correct Answer: Mental retardation
Description: - Mental retardation is not a feature of Acquired hypothyroidism - It is seen in child with untreated congenital hypothyroidism Clinical features of acquired hypothyroidism: Firm & nodular goiter Deceleration of growth is usually the first clinical manifestation Cold intolerance Lethargy Constipation Delayed dentition Delayed pubey (some may have pseudo precocious pubey) Bradycardia Myopathy/ pseudohyperophy of muscles Hea failure (in severe cases) Weight gain - mostly due to fluid retention Associated with Down's syndrome ; Turner's syndrome ; Celiac disease
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