How long does growth hormone treatment usually last?
Apr 19, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Pan Yongyuan
Introduction
If the individual is older and the epiphyseal line is about to close, with a relatively small height difference compared to peers, treatment usually lasts about one year until normal height cessation occurs. If the individual is significantly shorter with a younger bone age and the epiphyseal line has not fully closed, treatment can generally continue until normal height is achieved or the epiphyseal line closes, which may take approximately two years.
Generally, the duration of growth hormone injections depends on factors such as bone age and the gap between current height and standard height. Typically, treatment lasts about one year or two years. The specific analysis is as follows:
1. About one year
Growth hormone injections usually promote cell and cartilage growth, and regulate metabolism of sugar, fat, and protein. If the child is relatively older, with epiphyseal plates nearing closure, and the height difference compared to peers is not significant, injections are generally administered for about one year until normal height is reached.
2. About two years
If the patient has short stature, a younger bone age, open epiphyseal plates, and a considerable height difference from the average, continuous injections may be needed until normal height is achieved or epiphyseal closure occurs, which may take approximately two years.
Growth hormone injections should be administered under professional guidance to avoid盲目 injection that could lead to other abnormalities. Additionally, if any unusual symptoms occur during treatment, it is recommended to promptly visit the endocrinology department of a hospital for evaluation.
