How to Treat Children’s Dwarfism?

Question

If a child’s height is significantly lower than that of their peers and is diagnosed with dwarfism by a doctor, how should daily treatment and intervention be carried out?

Answer

For children with delayed growth in height, it is first necessary to determine the cause. If it is due to insufficient secretion of growth hormone, treatment can be administered through subcutaneous injection of growth hormone. Generally, this treatment needs to be carried out once a day until the growth plates close and the child’s height reaches the average level of normally developed children. The greater the decrease in growth hormone levels, the more significant the impact on the child’s height. During this period, it is also encouraged for children to consume foods rich in protein and vitamins, along with moderate exercise and adequate rest. Ensuring that children have enough sleep time can promote the secretion of growth hormone.