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My sister is only 4'5 inches even at 18 years. Is GHRP advisable?

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My sister is 18 years old, and her height is too short 4.5", and my father is 6'3", and mother is 5'7". But still she is 4'5", and her height is not increasing, and as a girl, she faces too many problems because of her height. Will GHRP (HGH) work?
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Dr. Syed Abdul Kader is a well-experienced Endocrinologist. He is skilled in diagnosing and managing hormonal and metabolic disorders, including diabetes, thyroid disorders, adrenal and pituitary gland disorders, and osteoporosis. He is experienced in personalized treatment planning, insulin therapy, hormonal replacement therapies, and management of obesity and metabolic syndrome. He also provides patient education on lifestyle modifications, preventive care, and long-term management of endocrine conditions.

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Expected height of your sister should be, 2.54 x (75+67) /2) -6.5(+/-) 3.9 inches = 173.84 (+/-) 3.9 inches = 5'8.44"(+/-) 3.9 inches. Girls usually acquire their final height by the age of 16 years. So your sister has a short-stature. The commonest cause of short stature in growing age is hypothyroidism, which is also associated with impaired intelligence, constipation, and weight gain (your sister is slightly overweight). There may be disproportionate body habitus. Treatment is a replacement, cheap and effective. In GH (growth hormone) deficiency intelligence, body habitus is normal. Treatment is a replacement, costly, and valid only when given timely (before puberty). In achondroplasia or hypochondroplasia, intelligence is average, and body habitus is disproportionate. Malnutrition, chronic diseases, and a few other rare syndromes (if appearance suggests) should also be excluded.

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Published At August 14, 2019
Reviewed At June 20, 2024

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Dr. Syed Abdul Kader is a well-experienced Endocrinologist. He is skilled in diagnosing and managing hormonal and metabolic disorders, including diabetes, thyroid disorders, adrenal and pituitary gland disorders, and osteoporosis. He is experienced in personalized treatment planning, insulin therapy, hormonal replacement therapies, and management of obesity and metabolic syndrome. He also provides patient education on lifestyle modifications, preventive care, and long-term management of endocrine conditions.

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Dr. Nithila A is a Dental Surgeon specializing in providing comprehensive oral healthcare. She focuses on preventive care, routine dental treatments, and patient education to maintain optimal oral health. Known for her compassionate and patient-centered approach, she ensures comfortable and effective dental care tailored to the individual needs of each patient.

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Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Syed Abdul Kader is a well-experienced Endocrinologist. He is skilled in diagnosing and managing hormonal and metabolic disorders, including diabetes, thyroid disorders, adrenal and pituitary gland disorders, and osteoporosis. He is experienced in personalized treatment planning, insulin therapy, hormonal replacement therapies, and management of obesity and metabolic syndrome. He also provides patient education on lifestyle modifications, preventive care, and long-term management of endocrine conditions.

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