Condition
Growth Problems
When a child grows much more slowly or is much shorter or taller than expected for their age and family.
Also called: short stature, slow growth, growth delay, growth hormone deficiency, delayed growth
Who Can Help with Growth Problems?
- Pediatric Specialists
A pediatrician with extra training in one area of children's health, such as hormones, lungs, kidneys, infections, joints or development.
- Endocrinologists
A physician who treats hormone conditions such as diabetes, thyroid disease and osteoporosis.
- Pediatricians
A physician who provides checkups, vaccines and medical care for infants, children and teenagers.
- Medical Geneticists
A physician or scientist who diagnoses and manages inherited conditions and interprets genetic tests.
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General information, not medical advice. Ask a provider about growth problems and what is right for you.