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Growth hormone options

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ilovemydogandMrObama · 06/08/2017 16:17

So, DS (9) finally has a diagnosis -- growth hormone deficiency.

He will be getting daily injections, but wanted views on the best option.

Any advice most welcome.

Thank you.

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flutterby77 · 08/08/2017 13:08

I'm in Australia but my son is on norditropin. The pen is a flex pro and very easy to use. It needs to be refrigerated when it's sealed but once the first dose is given it can be left out at room temp. We've had no issues at all.

Great you got a diagnosis, my son isn't GH deficient but doesn't use it efficiently. It has made a major difference to him in just 4 months.

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ilovemydogandMrObama · 08/08/2017 20:10

Thank you!
We have been given several options, and am leaning towards norditropin as one doesn't need to measure the dose.

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LatinForTelly · 09/08/2017 10:17

We use Norditropin. Are you a member of the Child Growth Foundation? They have a great facebook group which you can ask to join, and have loads of knowledgeable members who will have lots of opinions on this sort of stuff!

flutterby77 · 10/08/2017 13:29

Norditropin is awesome - you just turn the dial for the right dose and go. Agree with the CGF Facebook group. Good luck

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