There was some debate at our last (September) visit with the endocrinologist regarding whether or not Sarah was actually getting taller, and therefore, whether or not we should continue using the growth hormone. After 3 months on HGH, the office measurement indicated no change in height, but the kid's pants looked ready to weather flood season! Anyway, the doctor agreed to try increasing the dose and check again in 3 months.
Reflecting on the situation, I came to suspect either a too-hot dryer or, more likely, a slouchy kid during measurements. September was, after all, the first time that I let the nurse perform the measurement without my involvement...
So, for today's appointment, I involved myself and made sure that she was standing straight. Not easy, but we got it done. Result? The doctor was amazed at how much she had grown since the last visit - an "exceptional growth velocity" even for non-chromosomally challenged girls. Sarah has actually found herself back ON the growth curve for the first time since she was two. Granted, she's still 5th percentile, but she's ON the curve. (for the record, she is now 4' 5 3/8" tall and it's still IMPOSSIBLE to find pants that fit without being shortened).
So, we're staying on the hormone, and hoping to get ahead of the curve. Five feet, here we come!
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