Patient's question:
A 8-year-old child was carefully diagnosed with dwarfism and exhibited secondary pubic hair, indicating some development of sexual characteristics. I would like to consult about the main harms of dwarfism to children.Doctor's answer:
1. Poor social interaction and social withdrawal. School-aged children with short stature, due to their height, are afraid of being mocked by classmates and dare not interact with others, leading to suppression and withdrawal, becoming marginalized and isolated. Their relationships with peers are poor, and they often exhibit disciplinary behavior, with difficulty concentrating, even affecting practice. In group living and social skills, they are significantly behind normal children, exhibiting self-seclusion.2. Introversion and emotional instability. Due to their short stature, over 90% of patients suffer from low self-esteem and a lack of dignity. Their emotions are easily influenced by internal and external environments, leading to fluctuations.