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Growth Hormone Deficiency

Growth hormone deficiency is a condition that presents with low levels of growth hormones. In children, growth hormone deficiency causes deficient growth in height. Adults with this deficiency have weak muscles, are always tired, and lack stamina. This deficiency is treated by taking regular injections of synthetic growth hormones. The results are seen within three months.

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What if I do not take medicine for hypothyroidism?

Query: Hi doctor, I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism and growth hormone deficiency as a child, but stopped taking the medication at 18. I am now 23 and have noticed a few symptoms. Extreme fatigue, depression, anxiety, weight gain and headaches. I feel that the symptoms have worsened. What could be the po...  Read Full »


Dr. Bindiya Thakkar

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have a few follow up questions. Please answer them. 1. What was the reason for the hypothyroidism and growth hormone deficiency? 2. Were there any other hormone deficiencies as well? What other medical problems do you have? 3. When did you last have your thyroid bl...  Read Full »

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