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Pediatric Endocrine Disorders
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Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus
An autoimmune disorder where the pancreas produces little to no insulin, leading to high blood glucose levels.
Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
A metabolic disorder characterized by insulin resistance, resulting in high blood glucose levels.
Congenital Hypothyroidism
A deficiency of thyroid hormone at birth, potentially leading to impaired growth and mental development if untreated.
Growth Hormone Deficiency
A lack of growth hormone resulting in short stature and slow growth rates.
Precocious Puberty
The early onset of puberty, leading to the development of secondary sexual characteristics before the typical age.
Turner Syndrome
A chromosomal disorder in females where one X chromosome is completely or partially missing.
Klinefelter Syndrome
A genetic disorder in males where there is an extra X chromosome, leading to hypogonadism and infertility.
Adrenogenital Syndrome (Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia)
Group of genetic disorders affecting the adrenal glands, leading to a deficiency of cortisol and often an excess of androgen hormones.
Cushing Syndrome
A condition caused by excessive levels of cortisol, either from endogenous sources or corticosteroid medications.
Diabetes Insipidus
A disorder characterized by an imbalance of fluid in the body, causing extreme thirst and the excretion of large amounts of diluted urine.
Rickets
A disorder in children caused by vitamin D deficiency, characterized by soft and weak bones.
Prader-Willi Syndrome
A genetic disorder resulting in a variety of physical, mental, and behavioral problems. A key feature is a constant sense of hunger that usually begins at about 2 years of age.
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