Understanding Growth Hormone Deficiency: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Options
Growth hormone is playing an important role in the simulation of proper growth, regulation of metabolic events inside the body and maintaining optimal body mass of individuals. A rare illness known as growth hormone deficiency (GHD) is defined by insufficient growth hormone secretion from the anterior pituitary gland. It is a tiny gland near the base of the brain that produces several human pituitary hormones. The inadequate secretion of growth hormones can make the child grow shorter than the optimal range, affecting other performances throughout the child's entire lifetime. Symptoms: Slow Growth Rate: Your child may grow slower than average, even if they eventually reach normal height. Increased Fat Mass: You may see an elevated fat accumulation, especially around the abdomen and face. Reduced Muscle Mass: You can have reduced muscle mass and strength. Delayed Puberty: GHD can delay the onset of puberty in adolescents. Fatigue and Decreased Energy Levels: you may notice a drop ...