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What is the role of growth hormone (GH) in the body?
What is the role of growth hormone (GH) in the body?
GH stimulates cell growth and division, increases protein synthesis, and affects growth and development.
What are the consequences of GH deficiency?
What are the consequences of GH deficiency?
GH deficiency results in dwarfism with slower development and short stature, but brain development and IQ are unaffected.
What are the effects of over secretion of GH?
What are the effects of over secretion of GH?
Over secretion of GH during childhood causes gigantism with abnormal height increase, while over secretion in adult life causes acromegaly characterized by thickening of bones and enlargement of certain body parts.
