Growth hormone Related Documents 18. Children who are unusually short because of chronic medical conditions such as kidney disease can gain several inches in height by taking growth hormone before they hit puberty. Related Documents 19. If your child uses a nasal spray for allergies, you might want to take heed. Related Documents 20.
Parents are a competitive bunch.
So when the pediatrician whips out a growth chart and ranks baby's height and weight in percentiles, it's easy to wonder if something's wrong. Related Documents 21. The kidneys play an important role in a child's growth. This article discusses some important points for care of the child who has kidney disease. Related Documents 22.