Patient's question:
My child is now 2 years and 3 months old. After the check-up, it was said that they suffer from dwarfism (height 79cm). Is it necessary to inject growth hormone every day? Can it be given intermittently, such as once a month, to see if the GH value rises? (The current GH value is 5.482). When should it be increased to a point where it can be given at intervals? Also, does growth hormone have side effects? If there are symptoms, what are they? Are there any special precautions to take when injecting growth hormone (e.g., whether it can be continued during colds, fever, or diarrhea)? Are there any dietary restrictions to be aware of? Please reply when you have time. Thank you!!!Doctor's answer:
Hello, growth hormone is a hormone secreted by the human body. As long as the dosage is appropriate, there are no side effects. Short stature has always been a problem that troubles parents. When treating this disease, it is necessary to consider general treatment. Only by using professional methods can we help children recover from the disease as soon as possible, so as not to affect their growth and development. Therefore, after the occurrence of children's diseases, parents must help them cure the condition as soon as possible.