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Question: My son is 14 yrs old and approx. 5'5"......how can I get him evaluated for possible treatment for height deficiency?
Brief Answer:
Do blood tests and x rays.
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Welcome to HCM. I have gone through your questions and understand your concerns.
Please consult an endocrinologist, who will do a detailed evaluation.
What we usually do in evaluation are:
1. Clinical examination: Height, sexual maturity, parents' Height to estimate the target height,etc
2. Blood tests : to look for any illness which will decrease growth - check liver function, kidney function and complete blood count
3. Hormonal tests - thyroid function, growth hormone tests ( IGF1 and stimulation tests)
4. Hand Xrays - to look for bone maturity.
Hope I have answered your questions. If you have any further questions, I will be pleased to help you.
Regards
Dr Ajish TP
Do blood tests and x rays.
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Welcome to HCM. I have gone through your questions and understand your concerns.
Please consult an endocrinologist, who will do a detailed evaluation.
What we usually do in evaluation are:
1. Clinical examination: Height, sexual maturity, parents' Height to estimate the target height,etc
2. Blood tests : to look for any illness which will decrease growth - check liver function, kidney function and complete blood count
3. Hormonal tests - thyroid function, growth hormone tests ( IGF1 and stimulation tests)
4. Hand Xrays - to look for bone maturity.
Hope I have answered your questions. If you have any further questions, I will be pleased to help you.
Regards
Dr Ajish TP
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