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Transient neonatal diabetes mellitus and macroglossia
1Department of Pediatrics, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada.
Summary
Transient neonatal diabetes mellitus (TNDM) is rare, especially with macroglossia. This case highlights erratic glucose control in an infant with TNDM and macroglossia, suggesting potential endogenous insulin dysregulation.
Area of Science:
- Pediatrics
- Endocrinology
- Genetics
Background:
- Transient neonatal diabetes mellitus (TNDM) is a rare endocrine disorder presenting in newborns.
- Macroglossia, or an enlarged tongue, is infrequently associated with TNDM.
- Previous reports of TNDM with macroglossia are exceptionally limited.