Short stature

(Small size, Decreased height, Abbreviated stature, Diminished height, Reduced size, Compact height, Lessened stature, Decreased size, Mild stature, Shorter size)

Short stature is a condition where a person's height is significantly below average for their age and sex. It is characterized by slow growth, delayed puberty, and a decrease in overall body size. It can be caused by a variety of genetic and environmental factors, and can manifest differently in each individual. Symptoms may include delayed growth, delayed development of secondary sexual characteristics, and a decrease in overall body size. In some cases, physical and intellectual disabilities may accompany short stature. Treatment may include hormone therapy, growth hormone therapy, and other treatments to help promote growth and development.

1 diseases may cause the symptom short stature

Age: At null Years Old

Equally Common in Men and Women

Diseases, which may be a consequence of the symptom short stature

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Main Symptoms Short stature