Growth hormone deficiency is one possible cause of slow height gain. Most short children do not have this condition. Assessment begins with accurate growth measurements, growth rate, family pattern, nutrition, general health and pubertal stage before specialised hormone testing is considered.
The pituitary gland may produce insufficient growth hormone because of a congenital difference, brain injury, tumour treatment or no identifiable cause. Other common causes of poor growth must be excluded first.
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Book a consultationNo. Treatment is used only for specific diagnoses after careful evaluation.
No. Random growth-hormone levels are not reliable; diagnosis uses growth pattern and specialised testing.
A hand and wrist X-ray estimates skeletal maturity and helps interpret growth potential.
It is monitored by a specialist. Benefits and risks depend on the diagnosis and individual child.
Children under evaluation or treatment usually need regular measured follow-up to assess growth rate and safety.
Speak with Paediatric Endocrinology or contact our team to organise the right starting point.