A common clinical manifestation of juvenile hypothyroidism is:
a. Insomnia. c. Dry skin.
b. Diarrhea. d. Accelerated growth.
ANS: C
Dry skin, mental decline, and myxedematous skin changes are associated with juvenile hypothyroidism. Children with hypothyroidism are usually sleepy. Constipation is associated with hypothyroidism. Decelerated growth is common in juvenile hypothyroidism.
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