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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 you 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.