Abstract
Congenital toxoplasmosis represents the second most commonly recognized congenital
infection. Ocular and neurological abnormalities are considered the most frequent
sequelae. Endocrinological manifestations are rare and have received little attention.
We report a 3.5-month-old female infant who presented with failure to thrive and recurrent
hypoglycemic attacks, diagnosed as growth hormone deficiency due to sequelae of congenital
toxoplasmosis. Although endocrinological sequelae of congenital toxoplasmosis are
uncommon, they represent potentially treatable conditions. Here, we stress on the
importance of monitoring pituitary function and growth in children in particular,
with congenital toxoplasmosis, keeping in mind other possible, potentially treatable,
endocrinological manifestations.
Keywords
congenital toxoplasmosis - hypothalamopituitary dysfunction - growth hormone deficiency
