There are a number of benefits that are seen in patients with severe adult growth hormone deficincy. One of the first symptoms that improve is sleep. Many patients report better sleep early in therapy. Memory, specifically short term memory is improved in adults undergong therapy with GH. Increased energy is realized by most patients during therapy. Over time, changes in cholesterol levels, bone density, skin thickness and distribution of weight may be seen. See similar questions...

Studies have shown that replenishment of growth hormone from a deficient state can lead to improved sex life, skin tone, and help to balance other hormones in the body including testosterone, DHEA, melatonin, pregnenolone, and progesterone. See similar questions...

Basal Metabolic Rate can be monitored by measuring the early morning Basal Temperature – Refer Annexure to the FAQs See similar questions...

HGH stimulates anabolic activity in all areas of our bodies. Muscle mass is increased, skin becomes thicker and more flexible, our immune system is enhanced, fat is redistributed and lost more easily, increased stamina is achieved, mental attitude is improved, the blood cholesterol balance is shifted in a positive way, calcium is deposited in bone, and virtually all our other glands are restored. Resistance to both disease and cancer is increased. See similar questions...

Growth Hormone therapy is injected into the subcutaneous tissue (the fatty layer under the skin). Your healthcare provider will instruct you on the method of administration that has been prescribed for you or your child. Almost anyone can learn to administer Growth Hormone after receiving instructions from his or her healthcare team. See similar questions...

If hGH is given in excessive dosages over a long period of time, bone growth is initiated. As the growth plates are fused in adults, this results in a syndrome known as Achromegaly. Some of the other effects include carpal tunnel syndrome, arthritis, vocal cord thickening, excess fluid, osteoporosis, and heat intolerance. Again, these negative effects can occur with supraphysiologic doses. See similar questions...

Growth Hormone therapy must be given by injection because it is a protein. If the medication were taken by mouth, it would be broken down by digestion in the stomach and intestines and would never get to the rest of the body to do its job. See similar questions...

Yes, growth hormone therapy is expensive but when compared to other therapies that can be eliminated with growth hormone, the cost is minimized. Many insurance companies cover growth hormone therapy. It is frequently a covered therapy if the deficiency is confirmed with dynamic testing. See similar questions...

All Norditropin® products must be refrigerated prior to use. Do not freeze. After initial use, Norditropin NordiFlex® 5 mg and 10 mg pens can either be stored outside of the refrigerator (at up to 77°F) for use within 3 weeks, or in the refrigerator (between 36°F and 46°F) for use within 4 weeks. Norditropin NordiFlex® 15 mg pen must always be refrigerated (between 36°F and 46°F)—both prior to and after the initial injection—for use within 4 weeks. See similar questions...

Taking estrogen can help relieve your symptoms of menopause, such as hot flashes, night sweats, and vaginal dryness. Both natural and surgical menopause can increase your risk of osteoporosis. The good news is that estrogen can help prevent bone loss that can lead to osteoporosis. See similar questions...

Many recent studies are suggesting that there are other growth factors that may contribute to cancer growth. One such growth factor is IGF-2 which is not affected by growth hormone therapy. See similar questions...

One of the most important things you can do is make sure your child receives his or her Norditropin® injection every night. Be sure to keep regular appointments with the pediatric endocrinologist. The growth hormone dose will be carefully adjusted many times to ensure maximum benefit. Proper nutrition with healthy, well-balanced meals and plenty of exercise and fresh air are important too, and so is being there to support your child emotionally. See similar questions...

Remember, your doctor is the main source of information about you and your health. Please consult your doctor if you have any questions about your health or your medication. Do not use Norditropin® if you have any of the following conditions: an allergy to phenol or any other ingredients in the medicine; active cancer or other forms of tumor; acute critical illness due to certain types of heart or abdomen surgery, trauma, or acute respiratory failure. See similar questions...

Only adults should take it. People with diabetes, cancer, or heart problems must consult with their physician. Any woman who is pregnant or lactating should not take the product. See similar questions...

When HGH was originally discovered researchers learned that children needed ample amounts in order to grow properly. Thus the name growth hormone. See similar questions...

No. Growth hormone is not an anabolic steroid but has similar effects. Anabolic steroids are synthetic products that do not exist in nature. Growth hormone is a naturally occurring substance made by the pituitary gland. See similar questions...

All cow milk contains growth hormones, which are identical to human growth hormones. These are being sold as a health food and are considered beneficial in the health food industry. Skim milk could cause acne for several reasons, notably because it depletes vitamin A and also because, if it is pasteurized, the body mounts an immune response to it. Raw whole milk often clears up acne. See similar questions...

Human growth hormone (HGH) is produced in the pituitary gland of humans, and the hormone is secreted throughout a person's lifetime. It promotes growth in children and plays an important role in adult metabolism. It was first isolated in 1956 and its structure was identified in 1972. Until the mid-1980's the only source of HGH was from pituitary glands collected post mortem. See similar questions...

Human growth hormone (hGH) increases muscle mass, reduces fat, strengthens the heart, increases bone density, improves physical performance and sense of well-being. It is most effective when taken by injection. See similar questions...

Hormone replacement therapy, commonly known as HRT, is the standard pharmaceutical treatment for menopausal symptoms. It is usually made up of two kinds of hormones — oestrogens and progestin (a synthetic form of progesterone). Levels of these hormones fall after menopause, and hormone replacement therapy helps relieve symptoms and has some long-term health benefits, such as osteoporosis prevention. See similar questions...