Growth disorders
Growth disorders are disorders that can cause abnormally fast or slow growth. They can be caused by genes, hormones, or environmental factors like nutrition. Learn more about common growth disorders here.
Acromegaly
Acromegaly causes parts of the body to grow larger often affecting people in middle age. It can be effectively treated, especially if diagnosed early.
Dwarfism
Dwarfism refers to people of short stature. Most people with dwarfism lead relatively long and healthy lives. Find out more about dwarfism here.
Gigantism
Gigantism is a rare condition that causes children to grow abnormally fast and tall. It can be treated, but there may still be symptoms.
Turner syndrome
Turner syndrome is a genetic disorder caused by a missing or partially missing X chromosome. Find out more about its symptoms and treatments here.
