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Growth hormone deficiency - Prevention

Alternative Names

Panhypopituitarism; Dwarfism; Pituitary dwarfism

Prevention:

Most cases are not preventable.

Review your child's growth chart with your physician after each check-up. If your child's growth rate is dropping or your child's projected adult height is much shorter than an average height of both parents, evaluation by a specialist is recommended.

Adjusted average height of both parents is as follows:

  • For boys:
    • Mom's height (in inches) plus 5 inches + Dad's height (in inches). Divide the end number by 2.
  • For girls:
    • Dad's height (in inches) minus 5 inches + Mom's height (in inches). Divide the end number by 2.
  • Reviewed last on: 2/27/2008
  • Rachel A. Lewis, MD, FAAP, Columbia University Pediatric Faculty Practice, New York, NY. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.
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