Do Growth Hormones Have Side Effects in Children? Are They Hormones?
Growth hormones are a type of peptide hormone secreted by the pituitary gland, which has the physiological effects of promoting growth, protein synthesis, and the development of cartilage and epiphyseal cartilage. If a child lacks growth hormones during childhood, it can lead to dwarfism. If there is an excess, it can result in gigantism. In adults, excessive growth hormone secretion can cause acromegaly. Growth hormones can easily interfere with the secretion of endogenous growth hormones or lead to hormonal disorders. Therefore, monitoring the level of hormones in the body is necessary when using growth hormone medication.
One minute to read