Can growth hormone therapy be taken with other medication?created at May 14, 2009Growth hormone (GH),also known as somatotropin,is a peptide hormone primarily produced by the anterior pituitary gland that stimulates growth and cell reproduction in humans and other animals.It plays a crucial role in childhood development,influencing bon... |
Side effects of human growth hormonecreated at May 19, 2009Side effects of human growth hormone (HGH) can vary depending on dosage and individual factors,but common ones include fluid retention (causing swelling in hands,feet,and ankles),joint pain,muscle aches,carpal tunnel syndrome,increased risk of diabetes,hig... |
What are the symptoms of PCOS?created at Oct 08, 2009Following symptoms are found so far: Infrequent or irregular menstrual cycles Lack of ovulation / Infertility Increased hair growth on face, back, chest, or toes Obesity, particularly weight around the waist (apple shaped body) Male pattern baldness or th... |
What benefits will you experience as a result of GH therapy?created at May 19, 2009Your body requires the correct levels of growth hormone for efficient and effective metabolism of food, and for correct body composition. The goal of GH therapy is to restore the correct level of GH in patients who present with a GH deficiency. GH is also ... |
Symptoms of growth hormone deficiencycreated at May 19, 2009People are not always aware of their GH deficiency, and the condition is under diagnosed. Some of the symptoms that may indicate a GH deficiency are: An unusual proportion of fat to lean muscle mass; GH deficient sufferers will have unusually high fat to m... |
A description of growth hormonecreated at May 19, 2009Growth hormone is a necessary protein produced by the pituitary gland in the hypothalamus of the brain. Growth hormone is the primary hormone responsible for the growth that occurs as a child matures into a full sized adult. Growth hormone plays an integra... |