Question
My son is in the third year of junior high school, performs well in school, and often receives praise from teachers. At the recent parent-teacher meeting, I noticed that he is shorter than his classmates. How can I help him grow taller?
Answer
Growth hormone aids in the body’s utilization of glucose and reduces blood sugar levels. However, if insulin function is normal, it will not cause a rise in blood sugar. If elevated blood sugar is a transient symptom, attention should be paid to family history, and it may be necessary to measure the child’s C-peptide, insulin levels, or conduct a glucose tolerance test to discover hidden diabetes. For severe or metabolically stressed patients, caution is required when using growth hormone as it may increase mortality rates. The above suggestions are for the treatment of dwarfism, and I hope they are helpful to you. Wishing you good health.