Kasvuhormoniterapiaa
Kasvuhormoniterapiaa, also known as growth hormone therapy, is a medical treatment involving the administration of synthetic growth hormone to individuals who have a deficiency in their natural growth hormone production. This therapy is primarily used to treat children and adults with growth hormone deficiency (GHD), a condition that can lead to stunted growth in children and various metabolic and physiological issues in adults.
Growth hormone (GH) is a peptide hormone secreted by the pituitary gland, a small gland located at
The diagnosis of GHD involves a series of tests, including blood tests to measure GH and insulin-like
In children, GH therapy can significantly improve growth rates, leading to a more typical adult height. In
Potential side effects of GH therapy include joint and muscle pain, fluid retention, and, in rare cases,