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Thyroid Gland

Explore explanations, everyday questions and next steps connected with thyroid gland.

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How the Thyroid Gland Affects a Child's Development

The thyroid gland makes hormones that set the pace of a child's brain growth, energy, height and movement — most critically in the early years. Too little hormone can slow learning and growth; too much speeds the body. Newborn screening and a simple blood test detect problems early, and treatment is highly effective.

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