Warning Signs And Complications Of Cystinosis

Hypothyroidism

Hypothyroidism is a fairly common condition that occurs when the thyroid gland fails to produce the right amount of thyroid hormone, leading to metabolic imbalances due to the slowing of the patient's metabolism. In one study of children with cystinosis, every child studied had some form of hypothyroidism. Other research indicates hypothyroidism will develop in about half of all children with untreated cystinosis. The condition likely develops because cystine deposits in the thyroid inhibit the organ from developing adequate hormone outputs. This is a condition that can exist independently rather than being a symptom of something else; however, thyroid dysfunction does seem to be a warning indicator of cystine buildup in cystinosis patients.

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