Question
My child is the shortest in class and has been nicknamed ‘midget’ by classmates. How should we treat dwarfism suspected in a child with stunted growth?
Answer
Based on your description, it may be due to insufficient sex hormone secretion leading to slow growth and development. It is recommended that you visit the endocrinology department of a regular hospital for a re-examination, including blood tests for the six levels of sex hormones, and treatment based on the examination results. Dwarfism can cause significant harm to children, so once symptoms are discovered, it is important to take the child to a regular hospital for treatment immediately. Also, pay attention to the child’s care issues, and it is suggested to have appropriate diet, avoid cold and raw foods, hoping that the child can receive symptomatic treatment and recover!