Patient's question:
My child is 3 years old and a bit short. I heard that growth hormone injections can help. How can I make my child taller?What kind of help I need: I want to know how to make my child taller.
Doctor's answer:
Children who are short can be given growth hormone injections. The increase in height in children is mainly achieved through the cell division of cartilage cells in the growth plates between the diaphysis and epiphysis of long bones. Growth hormone significantly promotes the differentiation and cell division of these cartilage cells. Currently, the cost of growth hormone is not very high. It also has a significant effect on promoting protein synthesis, which in turn significantly enhances the growth of various tissues in the body. Parents should provide their children with foods rich in high-quality protein, such as fish, shrimp, lean meat, eggs, and soy products. It is best to give children two glasses of milk daily (approximately 300-400ml). Additionally, children should eat more fresh vegetables and fruits to ensure adequate vitamin intake.