Growth Hormone Deficiency Pediatric

Growth hormone deficiency in children occurs when the pituitary gland does not produce enough growth hormone for normal growth.

Dalili

  • Slow or flat rate of growth
  • Increased amount of fat around the waist
  • The child may look younger and will often be much shorter than other children of the same age and gender
  • Delayed tooth development

Matibabu

Treatment involves growth hormone replacement shots (injections), which are an artificial preparation usually given once a day. Older children can often learn how to give themselves the injections. Treatment can often last for several years.

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