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Growth Hormone Deficiency in Children (cont.)

Medical Author:
Stephen Kemp, MD, PhD
Medical Editor:
Arthur B Chausmer, MD, PhD, FACP, FACE, FACN, CNS
Medical Editor:
Francisco Talavera, PharmD, PhD
Medical Editor:
George T Griffing, MD

Growth Hormone Deficiency Symptoms in Children

A child with growth hormone deficiency may have the following symptoms:

  • Short height for his or her age

  • Increased amount of fat around his or her waist and in the face

  • Emotional or upset about his or her height or weight

  • The child may look younger than other children his or her age

  • Delayed onset of puberty

  • Delayed tooth development

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