Question
My daughter is 11 years old and only 1.37 meters tall. Her parents are 1.65 meters and 1.57 meters tall, respectively. Her bone age is also 11, and her breasts have started to develop. We took her to the hospital for a check-up, and all blood test results were normal. Now the doctor suggests doing a brain MRI to check for pineal gland abnormalities. I want to know if this is necessary? If there are really issues with the pineal gland, can it be treated? How should it be treated? Also, I want to know if her height is normal? What other aspects should I pay attention to? She has a good diet, having grown up drinking formula milk.
Answer
Firstly, it’s important to ensure that the child does not have picky eating habits, as children need a well-balanced diet during their growth and development stage. For the issue of short stature, it is recommended to take conventional treatment, and parents should seek professional help in a timely manner to avoid affecting the child’s growth and development. Treatment for short stature requires professional medical methods, and we hope that parents can help the child recover in a timely manner.