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Who is the most at risk for pituitary dwarfism?
Pituitary dwarfism is a genetic condition. Thus, direct descendants of people with the same condition are at most risk
Giantism or dwarfism results from a malfunctioning?
pituitary galnd :)
Pituitary Dwarfism effects what organ system?
endocrine
What underactive pituitary organs that can cause retarded growth?
Dwarfism
What is the gland the hormone is released by dwarfism?
dwarfism is a condition in which the growth of the individual is very slow or delayed. There are many forms of dwarfism. The word pituitary is in reference to the pituitary gland in the body. This gland regulates certain chemicals (hormones) in the body. Therefore, pituitary dwarfism is decreased bodily growth due to hormonal problems. The end result is a proportionate little person, because the height as well as the growth of all other structures of the individual are decreased.
What has the author Thomas J Merimee written?
Thomas J. Merimee has written: 'Isolated human growth hormone deficiency and related disorders' -- subject(s): Dwarfism, Pituitary, Growth disorders, Metabolism, Pituitary Dwarfism, Somatotropin
How is pituitary dwarfism treated?
When diagnosed in time, your endocrinologist will give you injections of human growth hormone.
What is Deprivational dwarfism?
A condition where emotional disturbances are associated with growth failure and abnormalities of pituitary function.
How do you inherit pituitary dwarfism?
Pituitary Dwarfism is known to run in families, but there is no genetic link that has yet been associated with its condition. Dwarfism, itself, is usually caused by a lack of growth hormone in early childhood (after the ages of 3 or 4) and it is usually attributed to a malfunction of the pituitary gland. In most cases this is caused by a benign tumor in the same location as the pituitary gland, which is the most protected gland in the body because it is located in the sella turcica of the sphenoid bone
Gigantism and dwarfism are both a result of improper functioning of hormones?
Yes, gigantism and dwarfism are both caused by hormonal imbalances, specifically involving growth hormones produced by the pituitary gland. Gigantism results from an excess of growth hormone, leading to excessive growth, while dwarfism is due to a deficiency of growth hormone, resulting in stunted growth.
What are pituitary dwarfs?
Pituitary dwarfs are individuals with a condition called pituitary dwarfism, which is caused by insufficient production of growth hormone by the pituitary gland. This results in stunted growth and short stature. Treatment often involves hormone replacement therapy to help promote growth.
If your pituitary doesn't make enough GH you will be?
Lack of Growth Hormone may result in a condition called dwarfism.
