Problems associated with metabolism or the endocrine system can affect children of all ages. If you suspect that your child is suffering from one of the disorders listed below, Rainbow’s team of caring pediatric specialists can help your family. Some of the most common conditions we treat include:

• Abnormal newborn screening results
• Calcium disorders
• Diabetes
• Failure to thrive
• Growth hormone disorders
• Growth problems – stunted growth, short stature
• Hypoglycemia
• Inborn metabolic errors
• Nutritional disorders
• Puberty onset – too early or too late
• Sexual development or differentiation problems
• Thyroid or pituitary gland conditions
• Weight problems – underweight, overweight or obese

Typical symptoms of an endocrine or metabolic disorder include:

• Abnormal newborn screening tests
• Child is unusually short or tall
• High or low blood sugar or calcium levels, diagnosed by your pediatrician
• Increased thirst and urination – may indicate diabetes, along with weight loss (Type I diabetes) or weight gain (Type II diabetes)
• Puberty begins too early or too late
• Rapid or unusual weight gain or weight loss
• Soft or deformed bones – may indicate rickets
• See also Signs