Endocrine or Systemic Problems in Adolescents
Wednesday, December 26th, 2007Abnormal bleeding can be associated with thyroid dysfunction. Signs and symptoms of thyroid disease can be somewhat subtle in teens. Hepatic dysfunction can lead to abnormalities in clotting factor pro¬duction and should be suspected and ruled out.
Polycystic ovarian syndrome can occur during adolescence, and manifestations of excess androgen effect (hirsutism, acne) should prompt evaluation. Androgen […]
