Diseases
growth failure
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Overview
Growth failure is a common complication in children with chronic kidney disease (CKD). Children with growth failure grow at a slower rate and are shorter than many children of the same age and sex. This is because the kidneys play an important role in a child's growth.
Symptoms
- slow development of physical skills, such as rolling over, sitting up, ...
- ... standing, and walking. delayed social and mental skills.
Causes
- common complication in children with chronic kidney disease (ckd).
Risk factors
- a family history of short stature
- constitutional growth delay
- kidney, heart, digestive, or lung diseases
Diagnosis
- blood test.
- physical exam.
Medicines used
Frequently asked questions
What is growth failure?
Growth failure is a common complication in children with chronic kidney disease (CKD). Children with growth failure grow at a slower rate and are shorter than many children of the same age and sex. This is because the kidneys play an important role in a child's growth.
What are the symptoms of growth failure?
slow development of physical skills, such as rolling over, sitting up, ..., ... standing, and walking. delayed social and mental skills.
What causes growth failure?
common complication in children with chronic kidney disease (ckd).
Which medicines are used for growth failure?
mecasermin
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