Question
An 11-year-old child, with a bone age of 13, is 147 cm tall and weighs 43.5 kg. The child has been in the stage of development for 5 months and has not changed voice yet. The father is 170 cm tall and the mother is 160 cm tall. Do we need to use injections or other methods for growth intervention? If no intervention is done, how tall can the child ultimately grow?
Answer
Dear Parents: Based on the information you provided, children experience their fastest growth rate during adolescence (ages 13-15), and their growth is influenced not only by genetic factors but also by nutrition, exercise, and environmental factors. At present, it is not recommended to undergo medication intervention as such treatments may have side effects. It is suggested that parents should focus on their child’s nutritional intake and exercise, especially