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Graves Disease in a Newborn (Neonatal Graves Disease)
in Health Library, Oh, Baby!, ResourcesGraves disease is an autoimmune disease. The immune system normally protects the body from germs with chemicals called antibodies. But with an autoimmune disease, it makes antibodies that attack the body’s own tissues. With Graves disease, antibodies cause the thyroid gland to make too much thyroid hormone. This is known as hyperthyroidism. Extra thyroid hormone in the bloodstream leads to the body’s metabolism being too active.
Natal Teeth
in Health Library, Oh, Baby!, ResourcesNatal teeth are teeth that are present when a baby is born. The teeth are often not fully developed and may have a weak root.
Anorectal Malformation in Children
in Health Library, Oh, Baby!, ResourcesAnorectal malformations are birth defects, or problems that happen as an unborn baby is developing during pregnancy. With this defect, the anus and rectum don’t develop properly. They are the lower part of the digestive tract.
Newborn Screening Tests
in Health Library, Oh, Baby!, ResourcesA national program exists to screen all newborns for certain disorders in the first few days of life.
Congenital Hypothyroidism in Children
in Health Library, Oh, Baby!, ResourcesHypothyroidism is when the thyroid gland does not make enough thyroid hormone. Congenital hypothyroidism is when the disorder is present in a baby at birth. If not treated, it can lead to serious health problems.