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What can be done about growth hormone deficiency?

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Replace it: Hgh is available to use for fda approved indications in children with gh deficiency and some other causes of small stature. Adults wtih gh deficiency may also be entitled to replacement. It's available in daily injection form.

Answered 9/28/2016

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