Patient's question:
My child is 9 years old and has always been quite short. At first, I thought it was just because they were young and would grow taller as they got older. However, a recent hospital check-up revealed that they have dwarfism. How is this condition treated? How long does it take to cure? I don't want it to affect my child's growth.Doctor's answer:
Clinically, short stature often occurs, and the expected lifespan is estimated based on the height of the parents during treatment. At the same time, it is necessary to comprehensively determine the treatment goals by considering the child's expectations. Typically, the first stage of treatment lasts for 3 to 6 months. If there is a response but the target has not yet been reached, treatment should be continued. If the expected target is achieved, medication can be stopped. Most treatments do not show a significant increase in height immediately after short-term use. Therefore, the treatment required is relatively long, at least 3 to 6 months.