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<strong>Short</strong> <strong>Stature</strong> (<strong>Below</strong> <strong>Normal</strong> <strong>Height</strong>) n 165 Some children without any hormone deficiencies orhealth problems are simply are very short. Growth hormonetherapy may increase their adult height but theremay be side effects and risks. If you are very concernedabout how tall your child will be, we can refer you to anendocrinologist.When should I call your office?Call our office if: Your child is growing slowly or stops growing normally.Copyright 2007 by Elsevier

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