HGH For Kids
Why do children need HGH?
Under normal conditions, kids produce quite a large amount of natural growth hormone because it is vital to proper growth and development. Some kids may, however, require supplements of HGH to correct growth hormone deficiencies, idiopathic short stature, and other syndromes that may impede growth.
What is growth hormone deficiency?
GH deficiency describes a condition where children lack the ideal amount of HGH in their system to stimulate proper, because of inadequate production of HGH in by the pituitary gland. There are quite a number of causes of growth hormone deficiencies, some of which include:
- Brain surgery
- Severe head injury
- Genetic syndrome
- Damage to the pituitary gland
- Brain tumors
Sometimes, the reason for growth hormone deficiency is unknown, in which case it is referred to as idiopathic.
Symptoms of GH deficiency
The most common symptom of HGH deficiencies are slow growth and small stature. Other symptoms may include:
- Delayed puberty
- Muscle weakness
- Low blood sugar
- Obesity
- Small penises in boys
Diagnosis of child HGH deficiency
This is usually carried out by an endocrinologist- a specialist in hormone-related conditions in kids. The doctor will ask a couple of questions about the kid’s health and family health history to have a good idea of what he/she is dealing with. Other tests that may be carried out include:
- Blood tests
- CT scans
- Stimulation tests
- Brain MRI
Treatment of HGH deficiency
Daily shots and regulating the levels of HGH in kids with HGH deficiency will help speed up their growth, and in no time, they’ll start to look like their mates.
Note: The amount of HGH in children needs to be monitored and regulated. Improper amounts of HGH in their system could lead to stroke, high cholesterol levels, risk of cardiovascular diseases, increased risk of cancer, etc.