Neonatal Endocrinology
Specialized Hormonal Care for Newborns – Right From the Start
Hormonal disorders in newborns are rare but can significantly impact a baby’s growth, development, and long-term health if not diagnosed early. At Dr. Hegde Children’s Clinic, we offer expert neonatal endocrinology services to identify, manage, and treat hormonal imbalances in newborns—ensuring a healthy foundation for life.
Whether detected through newborn screening or visible symptoms, our clinic provides thorough, evidence-based care with a family-centered approach.
What Is Neonatal Endocrinology?
Neonatal endocrinology deals with hormone-related disorders in the first weeks or months of life. Common conditions include:
Congenital Hypothyroidism
Neonatal Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar)
Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (CAH)
Disorders of Sex Development (DSD)
Neonatal Diabetes Mellitus
Calcium Imbalances (hypocalcemia, hypercalcemia)
Pituitary Hormone Deficiencies
Services We Provide
✔️ Newborn screening review and interpretation
✔️ Detailed hormonal testing (TSH, cortisol, glucose, insulin, PTH, etc.)
✔️ Emergency care for adrenal or glucose crises
✔️ Imaging (ultrasound, MRI) for pituitary and adrenal assessment
✔️ Genetic counseling and diagnostic testing
✔️ Initiation of hormone replacement therapy if needed
✔️ Ongoing monitoring of growth, development, and milestones
Why Early Intervention Matters
Prevents intellectual disability (e.g., in congenital hypothyroidism)
Supports normal brain development and physical growth
Reduces risk of life-threatening crises (e.g., hypoglycemia or adrenal insufficiency)
Guides future hormonal, reproductive, and metabolic health
Worried About a Hormonal Issue in Your Newborn?
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Many parents are unfamiliar with endocrine disorders in newborns. This FAQ section helps you understand what to expect and how we help ensure your baby’s healthy start.
Newborn screening is a simple blood test done within the first few days of life to detect rare but serious disorders, including hormone-related conditions like congenital hypothyroidism or CAH. Early detection allows timely treatment.
Neonatal hypoglycemia can be serious if not treated promptly. It may be temporary or related to a hormonal or metabolic issue. We investigate underlying causes and initiate treatment as needed.
It's a condition where the thyroid gland doesn’t produce enough hormones, essential for brain and body development. Most children require daily thyroid hormone replacement for normal growth and cognition.
Some are temporary and resolve with treatment, while others are lifelong but manageable with medication and regular follow-up. Early treatment ensures a normal, healthy life.
We offer emotional support, counseling, detailed education, and step-by-step guidance through diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up. You're not alone—we're with you every step of the way.
