My son is 5 months old, for past one week he did not pass stools. I consulted doctor they ask to take thyroid test for my son, is it necessary?? Can you tell what's the reason??

1 Answer

Dr GhouseGuardian of 3 children4 years ago

A. the baby is 5 months of age one of the reasons for constipation is hypothyroidism so doctor must've advised to get the test done there is no problem getting the test them

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