HORMONE DEFICIENCY.ZIP

Can growth hormone therapy be taken with other medication?   created at May 14, 2009   1,157   Growth 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...

What is the replacement therapy for growth hormone deficiency?   created at May 19, 2009   1,103   Growth hormone deficiency (GHD) replacement therapy involves administering synthetic human growth hormone (somatropin) via daily injections or,in some cases,weekly injections.The goal is to mimic the body's natural production of growth hormone,promoting gr...

Understanding Growth Hormone Dosing - What You Need to Know   created at May 14, 2009   1,089   Growth hormone (GH) dosing is highly individualized and depends on factors like age,medical condition,and individual response.It's crucial that GH is prescribed and monitored by a qualified physician,as incorrect dosing can lead to serious side effects.Dos...

Why haven't I heard of human growth hormone before?   created at May 19, 2009   1,067   Human growth hormone (HGH),also known as somatotropin,is a peptide hormone primarily produced by the anterior pituitary gland.It plays a crucial role in childhood growth and development,stimulating cell growth and reproduction in most tissues,particularly ...

Understanding the Need for Growth Hormone Therapy in Children   created at May 14, 2009   1,104   Growth hormone therapy plays a crucial role in treating children with growth retardation, addressing underlying hormonal imbalances, and optimizing growth potential. Here's why some children may require growth hormone therapy:Growth Hormone Deficiency (GHD...

Understanding the Underlying Causes of Growth Hormone Deficiency   created at May 19, 2009   1,099   Growth hormone deficiency (GHD) can significantly impact an individual's health and well-being, but understanding its root causes is crucial for effective management. Here, we delve into the primary factors contributing to adult-onset GHD.Surgery: Surgical...

When is LASIK not for me?   created at May 24, 2009   1,087   You are probably NOT a good candidate for refractive surgery if: You are not a risk taker. Certain complications are unavoidable in a percentage of patients, and there are no long-term data available for current procedures. It will jeopardize your career. ...

Possible side effects of human growth hormone   created at May 19, 2009   1,056   By far the most common side effect to GH therapy is joint pain or joint swelling. Joint pain presents 27% of the time, and joint swelling will present 41% of the time. These joint issues are related to incorrect dosages, and your doctor will adjust the dos...

What benefits will you experience as a result of GH therapy?   created at May 19, 2009   1,076   Your 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 deficiency   created at May 19, 2009   1,081   People 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...

What is AGHD (adult growth hormone deficiency)?   created at May 19, 2009   1,082   Adults can experience a deficiency in growth hormone, and the health effects of this deficiency can be profound. Adults will experience a GH deficiency if their pituitary gland is not secreting an appropriate quantity of GH into the blood stream, or if thr...

A description of growth hormone   created at May 19, 2009   1,076   Growth 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...