Question
A nine-year-old girl is showing signs of development, with her bone age showing as eleven years old and a height of 140 centimeters. The doctor recommended injection treatment, indicating that her growth potential is only 15 centimeters. Her parents, with normal heights, are confused about whether to undergo injection treatment and the potential side effects.
Answer
For the above situation, a more thorough examination should be conducted to fully understand the child’s condition. The current situation falls within the normal range and may be influenced by external environmental factors, which is a common phenomenon in the process of child development and does not affect normal height development, so hormone therapy is not recommended. It is necessary to test the level of growth hormone in the body and conduct a bone density test, and further treatment will be decided based on the results of the examination, without the need for medication.