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Dr. Stephen Ponder, M.D.
- Odessa, TX
- Univ of Tx Med Branch Galveston, Galveston Tx
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Why is son's height is not growing as per the health chart?
Several possibilities which range from benign to significant. The most common reason for this situation is constitutional growth delay, which is associated with a later onset of READ MORE
Several possibilities which range from benign to significant. The most common reason for this situation is constitutional growth delay, which is associated with a later onset of puberty. You already ruled out the most common reason: familial short stature. Less frequent, but serious problems include hormonal deficiencies, gastrointestinal disorders which can reduce
nutritional status, congenital heart disease and even some genetic syndromes. Assuming your child is overall healthy, CGD is a possibility based solely on how common it is. But the best action is to discuss with your son's doctor and decide if a referral to a pediatric endocrinologist would be in order.
nutritional status, congenital heart disease and even some genetic syndromes. Assuming your child is overall healthy, CGD is a possibility based solely on how common it is. But the best action is to discuss with your son's doctor and decide if a referral to a pediatric endocrinologist would be in order.
