Patient's question:
I am 18 years old, 1.50 meters tall, shorter than half a head compared to my classmates. Most of them are over 1.70 meters, but I am only 1.50, always sitting at the front desk. Every time I walk around the campus, I am pointed at and gossiped about by my classmates. I used to believe that growing taller would happen with age, but now I am 18, will I still grow taller?What kind of assistance I need: How can I make myself shorter?
Doctor's answer:
There are many causes of dwarfism, with over a hundred types. Before seeking treatment, it is important not to discuss it lightly without being diagnosed by a formal children's hospital. The inability to identify the cause is a major reason why dwarfism often remains untreated. Therefore, it is recommended that you undergo relevant tests to determine the cause before pursuing targeted treatment. Currently, there are over 300 different diseases known to be associated with short stature. Taking indiscriminate medication without understanding the cause is undoubtedly frightening. Some height-increasing drugs on the market contain sex hormones, which are suspected of "promoting rapid growth at the expense of quality." These hormones can accelerate the fusion of growth plates (bone growth lines), leading to premature cessation of bone growth and ultimately resulting in a shorter stature. It is advised that you visit a larger, formal hospital for a follow-up examination. The above suggestions are in response to the question "Where is the best hospital for treating dwarfism?" and are hoped to be helpful to you. Wishing you good health!