Acquired hypothyroidism due to iodine deficiency in an American child

J Pediatr Endocrinol Metab. 2014 Nov;27(11-12):1233-5. doi: 10.1515/jpem-2014-0226.

Abstract

Acquired hypothyroidism secondary to iodine deficiency is rarely reported in iodine-replete environments. The case of a 9-year-old patient with severe acquired hypothyroidism due to iodine deficiency is presented. His deficiency occurred because of a restrictive diet used to control eosinophilic esophagitis. Hypothyroidism and iodine deficiency were quickly corrected with a kelp supplement.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Child
  • Dietary Supplements
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Hypothyroidism / etiology*
  • Hypothyroidism / prevention & control
  • Iodine / administration & dosage
  • Iodine / deficiency*
  • Male
  • Prognosis

Substances

  • Iodine