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A Word From Verywell
If your child has thyroid disease, treatment is necessary.
Parents often feel guilty for not noticing medical conditions in their children sooner.
Verywell / JR Bee
The truth is, those symptoms could have just as easily been related to normal growth patterns of childhood.
Once your child is diagnosed, your role is important.
This can help optimize medication management as thyroid levels change throughout life.
Get our printable guide for your next doctor’s appointment to help you ask the right questions.
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